Which is larger, the 1:18 or 1:24 car model?
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The 1:18 car model is larger. Car models are made in proportion to the original car, with a 1:18 scale meaning the model is one-eighteenth the size of the real car. Car model scales: Car model scales refer to the proportional reduction factor used by manufacturers to shrink the real car size accurately. Common scales include 1:10, 1:12, 1:18, 1:24, 1:43, 1:64, as well as others like 1:87 (HO) and 1:150 (N scale). Vehicle categories for collection: Such as large sedans, coupes, four-door sedans, convertibles (sports cars), off-road vehicles, commercial vehicles, classic cars, race cars (road, rally, track, Formula, etc.), SUVs, MPVs, special-purpose vehicles (police cars, engineering vehicles, fire trucks, military vehicles), trucks, etc. Collection by car brands: Such as Mercedes-Benz, BMW, Volkswagen, General Motors, Ferrari, Porsche, Ford, Chrysler, Toyota, Nissan, Mitsubishi, Honda, Rover, etc. Collection by model brands: Such as CMC (Germany), Autoart (Germany), Franklinmint (USA), MR (Italy), Bburago (Italy), Minichamps (Germany), Kyosho (Japan), Maisto (Thailand), UT (Thailand), Eagle (France), and Chinese brands (An Cui, General, Jada, Wanke, Bburago, Gan Wangda, etc.).
I'm a car model enthusiast and often admire my friends' collections at their homes. Comparing car model scales like 1:18 and 1:24, the 1:18 model is the larger one because it represents the car scaled down by eighteen times, whereas 1:24 means it's scaled down twenty-four times. Simply put, the smaller the number, the larger the model—for example, a 1:18 Ferrari model can measure about 25-30 cm in length, with richer details, functional doors, and a clearly visible engine interior, making it a striking display piece at home. In contrast, a 1:24 model is smaller, only 18-22 cm long, making it more suitable for display shelves with limited space. I think choosing a model depends on personal preference and purpose: if you're after realism, 1:18 is worth the investment; but 1:24 is more budget-friendly. Either way, you'll always face choices when collecting, and starting with larger models is definitely the way to go.
