1999 Mahindra CL vs. 1998 McLaren F1
To start off, 1999 Mahindra CL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 McLaren F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 McLaren F1 would be higher. At 6,063 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 McLaren F1 (618 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 556 more horse power than 1999 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mahindra CL weights approximately 54 kg more than 1998 McLaren F1.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1998 McLaren F1 (649 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 484 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1998 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mahindra CL.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mahindra CL | 1998 McLaren F1 | |
Make | Mahindra | McLaren |
Model | CL | F1 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2523 cc | 6063 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 618 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 649 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1176 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2720 mm |