2002 McLaren F1 vs. 1970 Reliant Bug
To start off, 2002 McLaren F1 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Reliant Bug. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Reliant Bug would be higher. At 6,063 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 McLaren F1 (618 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 587 more horse power than 1970 Reliant Bug. (31 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 1970 Reliant Bug. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 McLaren F1 weights approximately 768 kg more than 1970 Reliant Bug. 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, 2002 McLaren F1 (649 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 597 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Reliant Bug. (52 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Reliant Bug.
Compare all specifications:
2002 McLaren F1 | 1970 Reliant Bug | |
Make | McLaren | Reliant |
Model | F1 | Bug |
Year Released | 2002 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 6063 cc | 701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 618 HP | 31 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 649 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 60.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.1 mm | 61 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 408 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 2800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 1960 mm |