2005 McLaren F1 vs. 1996 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 2005 McLaren F1 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Suzuki Baleno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Suzuki Baleno 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 499 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (119 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 McLaren F1 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. 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 496 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (153 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 McLaren F1 | 1996 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | McLaren | Suzuki |
| Model | F1 | Baleno |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6063 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 618 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 649 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2490 mm |
