2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1994 McLaren F1
To start off, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 McLaren F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 McLaren F1 would be higher. At 6,062 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 McLaren F1 (627 HP) has 449 more horse power than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (178 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1994 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 27 kg more than 1994 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, 1994 McLaren F1 (881 Nm) has 656 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (225 Nm). This means 1994 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1994 McLaren F1 | |
| Make | Mazda | McLaren |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | F1 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1835 cc | 6062 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 627 HP |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 881 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2720 mm |
