2004 McLaren F1 vs. 2000 Proton Tiara
To start off, 2004 McLaren F1 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Proton Tiara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Proton Tiara 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 560 more horse power than 2000 Proton Tiara. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 2000 Proton Tiara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 McLaren F1 weights approximately 390 kg more than 2000 Proton Tiara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Proton Tiara, 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 559 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Proton Tiara. (90 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Proton Tiara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 McLaren F1 | 2000 Proton Tiara | |
| Make | McLaren | Proton |
| Model | F1 | Tiara |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6063 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 619 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 649 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2290 mm |
