2004 McLaren F1 vs. 1972 Nissan Skyline
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 Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Skyline 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 544 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Skyline. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 McLaren F1 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1972 Nissan Skyline. 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, 2004 McLaren F1 (649 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 527 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Skyline. (122 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 McLaren F1 | 1972 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | McLaren | Nissan |
| Model | F1 | Skyline |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6063 cc | 1483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 619 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 649 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2500 mm |
