2001 McLaren F1 vs. 1984 Isuzu Gemini
To start off, 2001 McLaren F1 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Isuzu Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Isuzu Gemini would be higher. At 6,063 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 McLaren F1 (618 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 542 more horse power than 1984 Isuzu Gemini. (76 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 1984 Isuzu Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 McLaren F1 weights approximately 108 kg more than 1984 Isuzu Gemini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 McLaren F1 (649 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 520 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Isuzu Gemini. (129 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Isuzu Gemini. 1984 Isuzu Gemini has automatic transmission and 2001 McLaren F1 has manual transmission. 2001 McLaren F1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Isuzu Gemini will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 McLaren F1 | 1984 Isuzu Gemini | |
| Make | McLaren | Isuzu |
| Model | F1 | Gemini |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6063 cc | 1817 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 | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2410 mm |
