1999 McLaren F1 vs. 1969 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1999 McLaren F1 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 6,061 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 McLaren F1 (618 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 495 more horse power than 1969 Reliant Scimitar. (123 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 1969 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 20 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 McLaren F1 (649 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Reliant Scimitar. (266 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
1999 McLaren F1 | 1969 Reliant Scimitar | |
Make | McLaren | Reliant |
Model | F1 | Scimitar |
Year Released | 1999 | 1969 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 6061 cc | 2992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 618 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 649 Nm | 266 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2540 mm |