2004 McLaren F1 vs. 1993 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2004 McLaren F1 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Carina 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 547 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Carina. (72 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Carina weights approximately 54 kg more than 2004 McLaren F1.
Because 2004 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 2004 McLaren F1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Carina, 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, 2004 McLaren F1 (649 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 517 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Carina. (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 McLaren F1 | 1993 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | McLaren | Toyota |
| Model | F1 | Carina |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6063 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 619 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 649 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2590 mm |
