2003 McLaren F1 vs. 1993 Mercury Mystique
To start off, 2003 McLaren F1 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercury Mystique. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercury Mystique would be higher. At 6,062 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 McLaren F1 (618 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 489 more horse power than 1993 Mercury Mystique. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercury Mystique. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercury Mystique weights approximately 72 kg more than 2003 McLaren F1.
Because 2003 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 2003 McLaren F1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Mercury Mystique, 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, 2003 McLaren F1 (649 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 469 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercury Mystique. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercury Mystique.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 McLaren F1 | 1993 Mercury Mystique | |
| Make | McLaren | Mercury |
| Model | F1 | Mystique |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6062 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 618 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 649 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1242 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2710 mm |
