1999 McLaren F1 vs. 2010 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2010 Nissan Micra is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 McLaren F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 McLaren F1 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 531 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Micra. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Micra weights approximately 272 kg more than 1999 McLaren F1.
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, 2010 Nissan Micra, 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 521 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Micra. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 McLaren F1 | 2010 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | McLaren | Nissan |
| Model | F1 | Micra |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6061 cc | 1386 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 618 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 649 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.1 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2440 mm |
