2009 Mazda B2300 vs. 1997 McLaren F1
To start off, 2009 Mazda B2300 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 McLaren F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 McLaren F1 would be higher. At 6,063 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 McLaren F1 (618 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 475 more horse power than 2009 Mazda B2300. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda B2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 McLaren F1 weights approximately 210 kg more than 2009 Mazda B2300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1997 McLaren F1 (649 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 440 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda B2300. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1997 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda B2300.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mazda B2300 | 1997 McLaren F1 | |
Make | Mazda | McLaren |
Model | B2300 | F1 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2266 cc | 6063 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 618 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 649 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2720 mm |