1999 McLaren F1 vs. 1999 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, both 1999 McLaren F1 and 1999 Suzuki Baleno were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 492 more horse power than 1999 Suzuki Baleno. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 1999 Suzuki Baleno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 McLaren F1 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1999 Suzuki Baleno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 McLaren F1 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 McLaren F1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Suzuki Baleno, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 471 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki Baleno. (178 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki Baleno. 1999 Suzuki Baleno 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. 1999 Suzuki Baleno will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 McLaren F1 | 1999 Suzuki Baleno | |
Make | McLaren | Suzuki |
Model | F1 | Baleno |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 6061 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 618 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 649 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.1 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2490 mm |