2004 McLaren F1 vs. 1982 Reliant SE6
To start off, 2004 McLaren F1 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Reliant SE6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Reliant SE6 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 486 more horse power than 1982 Reliant SE6. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 1982 Reliant SE6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Reliant SE6 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 McLaren F1 (649 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 416 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Reliant SE6. (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Reliant SE6.
Compare all specifications:
2004 McLaren F1 | 1982 Reliant SE6 | |
Make | McLaren | Reliant |
Model | F1 | SE6 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 6063 cc | 2992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 619 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 649 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2650 mm |