2012 McLaren MP4-12C vs. 2002 Honda Z
To start off, 2012 McLaren MP4-12C is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Z would be higher. At 3,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 McLaren MP4-12C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 McLaren MP4-12C (592 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 541 more horse power than 2002 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 McLaren MP4-12C should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 McLaren MP4-12C weights approximately 474 kg more than 2002 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 McLaren MP4-12C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Z will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 McLaren MP4-12C (600 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 540 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Z. (60 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 McLaren MP4-12C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 McLaren MP4-12C | 2002 Honda Z | |
| Make | McLaren | Honda |
| Model | MP4-12C | Z |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 592 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 7-speed automated manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4506 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1199 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2370 mm |
