2004 McLaren F1 vs. 1972 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2004 McLaren F1 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 6,063 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 McLaren F1 (619 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 575 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 McLaren F1 weights approximately 490 kg more than 1972 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 McLaren F1 (649 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 568 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 McLaren F1 | 1972 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | McLaren | Nissan |
| Model | F1 | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6063 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 619 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 649 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2340 mm |
