2002 McLaren F1 vs. 2010 Lexus IS
To start off, 2010 Lexus IS is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 McLaren F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 McLaren F1 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 202 more horse power than 2010 Lexus IS. (416 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 2010 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus IS weights approximately 539 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 McLaren F1 (649 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lexus IS. (502 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2002 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lexus IS. 2010 Lexus IS has automatic transmission and 2002 McLaren F1 has manual transmission. 2002 McLaren F1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Lexus IS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 McLaren F1 | 2010 Lexus IS | |
| Make | McLaren | Lexus |
| Model | F1 | IS |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6063 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 618 HP | 416 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 649 Nm | 502 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4661 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2731 mm |
