2005 McLaren F1 vs. 1980 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2005 McLaren F1 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 6,063 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 McLaren F1 (618 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 525 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 McLaren F1 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 McLaren F1 (649 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 499 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 McLaren F1 | 1980 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | McLaren | Toyota |
| Model | F1 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6063 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 618 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 649 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2410 mm |
