1999 McLaren F1 vs. 1984 Toyota Model F
To start off, 1999 McLaren F1 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Model F. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Model F 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 542 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Model F. (76 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Model F weights approximately 130 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 509 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Model F. 1984 Toyota Model F has automatic transmission and 1999 McLaren F1 has manual transmission. 1999 McLaren F1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Toyota Model F will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 McLaren F1 | 1984 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | McLaren | Toyota |
| Model | F1 | Model F |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6061 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 618 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 649 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2240 mm |
