Size, Scale and Price Comparison Explained for Die-cast and Resin Model Cars

[@modelcarshouston]

What is your FAVORITE scale to collect?!

[@eulogiohowell7976]

1:87 and 1:64

[@goose6003]

1:43

[@rhennansnyman4377]

64 scale

[@Car-dudee]

1/18

[@modelcarshouston]

@@eulogiohowell7976 MINI sizes!

[@markorollo.]

I like 1/24 scale, seems to be the best balance of size detail and price, and being in the UK I like Corgis 1/36 scale too. Seems like both scales are not too common though....

[@modelcarshouston]

unfortunately a lot of the collector grade high detailed stuff doesn't come in a 24 scale often.

[@SUNSHINE-oe1rd]

@@modelcarshouston Have you ever heard of Whitebox, IXO, Franklin Mint, Salvat, Altaya, Danbury Mint, Hachette or WCP?

[@chrisevaggelou8473]

I love 1/18 scale but price , availability and veriety of 1/24 is unmatched . I have stoped collecting models in both scales due to not having a place to display my models. Now 1/64 is a different story I have a nice collection of basic castings in hotwheels majorette, matchbox I haven't yet got more collector grade makes but hopefully I will in the future.

[@Plata-ori-plumbu]

Beautiful, Gorgeous JDM set there. In my personal experience, 1/43 has been the best choice for super-detailed models. 1/24 is reserved for my absolute Favorite cars ever made and 1/18 is set for my absolute, Must-have legends ever built. I refuse to mention the car so that the price/demand doesn't go up. I can't afford a car collection. But a model car collection gives you the exact feeling!

[@modelcarshouston]

Thanks!!!

[@AtTonisGarage]

This is an awesome comparison. I will remain a 1/43 scale fan, as I find it the best balance between size and details amount, but this comparison is very helpful for every begginer collector 😁👍

[@raywing76]

My personal favourite is 1/43 scale. Details and space is idea and can be held in palm of hand. 1/64 is next becos of space saving.

[@modelcarshouston]

1/43 is definitely a nice size scale that utilizes both great detail and space savings.

[@91lifetime23]

Why are people commenting they prefer the smaller scales because of the details? The bigger the model the more details you can add

[@modelcarshouston]

Space and quantity

[@makattak3550]

But,,,,,, I race my cars on a roof top to ground drag strip. The bigger the car, too hard. I do matchbox and hotwheels standard size, but want to drag the speed kings MB cars. Don't know their scale.. Can you help?❤

[@makattak3550]

I think Speed kings are around 1:43. 1970s Matchbox Speed kings. How the scale system works is, say 1:43? I inch of your model car equals 43 inches of the real thing.

[@deana6072]

Strictly 1/64 I love how portable it is and fits with the homies figute set. I've owned other sizes but over time I realized either they arent friendly with space or are a pain to maintain and clean.

[@abbiravindhran8424]

1/64 is the best! It is cheaper, smaller and great for making dioramas. But its great to have a few 1/18 models too

[@modelcarshouston]

The diorama aspect is really FUN!

[@shinrontub]

I love 1:18, 1:24. My favorite is actually 1:64, it's more convenient for it's small size and price. Like you said depends on the brand. I'm trying to have a diverse of brands, not just one brand, but also the cars/ trucks that I want over what's available.

[@modelcarshouston]

can't beat 64 and trying to get as MANY as I can haha

[@old_dan]

Dude completely forgot about 1/24 scale. So much for being a scale model channel.

[@modelcarshouston]

That scale is not part of the collector grade model cars. So much for being a scale model collector.

[@old_dan]

@@modelcarshouston Did I say I'm a scale model collector? No. And you didn't specified in your title that the size comparison was only for "collector" grade model cars.

[@DewNotDisturb]

Damnnn this shit getting heated

[@itzdan0s477]

@@DewNotDisturbwell you know what they say. Don’t stay nun won’t be nun” lol

[@blue387]

I had an idea for a video: get different scales and sizes for one single car model to show viewers the difference in size and scale. Like an Audi R8 but in different sizes from small to big. Thanks.

[@modelcarshouston]

Absolutely!!!

[@alessandroaleman4512]

The best for me is the 1/34 scale cars due to them retaining a lot of quality and a bigger size, while being pocket-friendly!

[@modelcarshouston]

1/34?!

[@alessandroaleman4512]

Yeah those are slightly bigger than 1/43 but have a relatively similar price. I got some of them in the UK from a diecast model & airplane shop

[@marcakins3373]

Great video, new to collecting …I got hooked when I got the A-Team van and i didn’t stop when I saw K.I.T.T the next week😂😂😂😂

[@explodingorder]

My 2 year old is into tractors so here I am. Trying to figure out which size is best so he can carry it everywhere he goes :)

[@Skyline66]

After I saw this video its now chirstmas and I got the honda nsx he had in the background. or i thought. I got the new Kyosho one and its sickkk

[@steveryder6733]

Literally getting into scaling up my model car collecting to something larger as of today. Thinking of reserving a 1/18 scale for any really exciting car that I have been able to drive on streets or track. Trophy case of sorts. Simply on here to soak up the content. I want to go full on hobby grade with some while continuing to buy about 20 hotwheels a year of whichever real cars they produce. Though if I had a little more space and money, I would go with a 1/12 collection. The detail is magical.

[@modelcarshouston]

There we go!!!

[@ashborn5943]

ive been a Car Collector for a year now but strictly collecting only 1/64 scale due to budget and financial limits. however now that im (thankfully) quite well off financially, i would like to start collecting 1/18 scales. which is the best brand? i was thinking of AutoArt.

[@modelcarshouston]

Autoart Ignition Model Make Up Co., Ltd. BBR Models Motorhelix Just depends on some factors, make and model, etc.

[@ashborn5943]

@modelcarshouston noted. thank you! Also, I just discovered more videos of your channel in my research for 1/18 scale collecting, enjoying them so far. subscribed.

[@roilagunzad]

I love the 1:36-38 scales but its kinda hard to find other brands than Kinsmart, Welly and Jada.

[@retrophil8241]

I used to have a large collection of 1:43 scale cars but I sold basically all of them a few years ago and switched to 1:18.. I got attracted to 1:18 because of the availability of aftermarket parts and wheels from 3D printers and companies like TK-Diecast..... I also use to have hundreds of boxed hotwheels but again sold basically all of them and I now have a small collection but much better quality collection of Inno64 cars.. So in short 1:18 and 1:64

[@modelcarshouston]

Oh this is really good information!

[@CARfariPark]

😍 that RX-7!!! Wow

[@modelcarshouston]

💯

[@SquidCena]

Since I've started off with Hot Wheels and have expanded with Greenlight, Mini GT, Matchbox, Inno64, and more, I've stuck with 1/64.

[@TATTOUhmong]

I only know about the 1/18 scale. Thank you for the info. Now that i know the 12 scale is going to be in my new buy

[@justplanes295]

I like 1:24, 1:43, 1:32, and 1:36 Diecast models because they are big enough to be detailed but not so expensive as the bigger ones. I collect mostly Acura‘s and Cadillacs so I am limited to 1:43 and sometimes 1:32 scale cars anyway. to

[@jorqlip]

Looking for a lupo GTI in anything above. 1:43 scale any tips on how to find them?

[@tarvinder91]

Learnt so much about sizes

[@modelcarshouston]

Excellent

[@wh33lhousediecast]

I'm a 1/24 collector. I don't need/want to upgrade to high end models (yet).

[@timescueta57]

Is 1 32 and 1 36 scale the same or just almost the same?

[@abandonmentissuez8603]

What size car will fit 6 to 6 and a half size action figures?

[@modelcarshouston]

None really because these do not open.

[@bsbmbishop8078]

Great video I’m looking for a 1946-48 dodge d24 @ 12 or 18 scale any help?

[@chefdonnie]

I'm collecting 1:24 scale, saves space but doesn't sacrifice the details. and it is good for photo shoot

[@modelcarshouston]

Yes but have you seen the details of collector grade models in the mentioned scales here?

[@chefdonnie]

@@modelcarshouston yes, the details on the smaller scale are remarkable for its size but it is not that pleasing in the eyes if its that small. 1:24 scale for me is the perfect size, not to big or small and will not break the bank.

[@emiljensen3795]

what brands do you buy in 1:24?

[@chefdonnie]

@@emiljensen3795 Mostly Jada

[@parshuram8031]

​@@chefdonnie Some Burago and Motormax models are veey good in that scale. These companies may not be known for their attention to detail but they do drop a gem or two every now and then in the 1/24 scale

[@matthewbyrd8041]

I prefer 1:12 because 7 inch figures can fit inside most of the time depending on the car

[@pluz8408]

Where did you get the supra from?

[@modelcarshouston]

Ignition Model

[@kevin.t7366]

Very helpful wish someone had a video like this when I started collecting years ago and 1:64

[@modelcarshouston]

For sure! I'm going to go back to the basics and make sure I cover as much as I can before I keep doing new product videos. Do product videos don't do nothing if I don't have the foundational videos first!

[@Myselph-move]

Everything in my collection is 1:18, and has just the perfect amount of detail that works for me in such the limited space I’m working with.

[@fbgduval]

Been looking at collecting 1/43 scale for a while after collecting Hot Wheels for a couple years. Hard to find a storefront that has what I like in stock or doesn't charge a lot for shipping. I'd be shipping to the US but most brands I'm interested in are based in Europe. Mainly looking to start out my collection with Audi or Porsche models without racing liveries.

[@sagirius]

Do you have any idea where can I get a 1:18 scale dodge charger scat pack? Thanks

[@modelcarshouston]

Check GT Spirit

[@sagirius]

@@modelcarshouston ok thanks 👍

[@ArthurMorgan-sh6wl]

what scale fits 12 inch and 7 inch action figures?

[@modelcarshouston]

None

[@ArthurMorgan-sh6wl]

@@modelcarshouston great

[@Sabin-Sinister]

Still don’t understand. I want to buy online some models but they appear as 1/24 up to 1/64 and sometimes 1:24 up to 1:64 and I want the bigger models so .. HELP

[@tampham753]

What brand is the 300zx?

[@David-j3z4m]

18 scale is good for me

[@modelcarshouston]

Great choice!

[@daigosaito888]

Saw cool Miata 1:64 online. Had no reference, so i did the sensible thing: check KZbin. Did not disappoint. Thank you for the perfect explanation, and clear highdef video!! 😎👍

[@modelcarshouston]

Glad it helped man!

[@mpetersen6]

I fondly remember the 1/12th scale Formula 1 cars Tamiya offered years ago. Although the decals on the Brabbam not so much. Tamiya was able to share a certain number of parts across different kits due to so many cars in the 60s and 70s using the Cosworth DFX 3 liter V-8

[@modelcarshouston]

plastic model builder kits?

[@javaniwheelidonparker]

Can u do more tutorials on 43 scales please?

[@leannelawlor5965]

Thank you for your video brilliant i bought a 1:64 model twin cam 16v and im delighted to know the size ive also a subaru and e11 on way thanks for your videos😊

[@modelcarshouston]

The pleasure is all mine. Thank you for watching!

[@Mohammed-1906]

We always played with size 1/64 cars when we were young with the other children, and we always exchanged cars between us or lost some of them. As for the size 1/18, it is for collection. No one is allowed to even touch it😂😂😂

[@VXNSHGXNDHI]

i love how all the examples are JDM legends But in all seriousness, 1:64 is the best i mean you can get everything

[@modelcarshouston]

JDM for life! Yes, very true. Just depends on what the person wants. More detail, space constraints, etc.

[@ritchievalensII]

Bro where you got the prices from :D 1:43 are normaly about 50 bucks an 1:18 begins usually by 50 with open end? 🤔

[@modelcarshouston]

These are for higher end model cars.

[@ritchievalensII]

@@modelcarshouston ah okay, than it makes sense :) thank you

[@ArkadolfFidler]

I know there's a 1:8 model of Brian O'Connor's Skyline that has even working lights, taillights, neons, and windows as a subscription that has 110 parts and it all costs 1100 dollars in total. It takes 3 years to get all parts. And its more than half of a meter long 58cm to be exact.

[@seoulmansupra]

My favorite is 12 scale!!!

[@vash337]

I have majority 1/64(thousands) but do love the even smaller stuff like diorama 1/87 and even 1/100( spending up to 25 each) on initial D 1/80s or dydo, Georgia, kyosho 100s. I even have a Hiace or 2 🤑

[@modelcarshouston]

I LOVE IT ALL!

[@mrquarters1]

Thank you for the Information on the Scales and sizes Information. I have SUBSCRIBED! I collect 1/18 scales ONLY. I would like to know if you can tell me where I can Find the RED and BLACK Roadrunner 1/18th Scale diecast car. Can you please help me look for this car? I've looked for it for many years now and can't seem to find it Nowhere. Please Get back to me. Also while you checking for the Roadrunner I am trying to find, If you do help me to find that, In your searches If you come across a Caddilac from the 80s. A Rather Longer car with the Tail fins in chrome either a 2 door or a 4 door. I would appreciate your time and help in finding these two. Thank you. Both in 1/18th Scales. Thank you very much. Jason.

[@modelcarshouston]

Hey! Welcome and thanks for joining. I hope to provide more useful information based content! Those I'm not quite sure where you would be able to find it.

[@simonjandrell5897]

i bought a 1/12 scale Lamborghini pleased now i know what i will be getting.. Oh cost me a staggering £30 Lambo.. sterling (currency) but it looks AMAZING.. as i only do El Cheapo

[@gtmodelcars6189]

Is the 300zx's price avarege 500$.And is it kyosho.

[@modelcarshouston]

The Z32 was around 150 ish when it was released from LS Collectibles. These things are all over the place. I think presentation has a lot to do with it as well.

[@gtmodelcars6189]

@@modelcarshouston Thanks for valuable knowledges.

[@modelcarshouston]

@@gtmodelcars6189 Anytime!

[@DeepOwl1073]

I have about 50 18 scale, and am starting a 24 scale NASCAR collection.

[@mariuszsykulak4648]

Mine is 1:43. Didn't take much space and still details are pretty good quality.

[@marcakins3373]

I love 1/18 scale

[@modelcarshouston]

It's a good size!

[@axgrinder6420]

awesome, thank u

[@isaacmm1407]

I like your channel your smart approach makes it very appealing. Good on ya!. Me personally due to budget and space is 64 the one I am going after. Mostly prices... in my country paying more than $200 is reserved for certain individuals.

[@modelcarshouston]

Most certainly!!

[@DENNYFF-yg6tc]

Any one from India❤😊

[@modelcarshouston]

Welcome!

[@philbuell6657]

1/64 has been my drug of choice for decades but I'm looking to get some 1/43 in some makes and models because I'm a detail junkie with a little space to display my addiction.

[@TheQais99]

Damn where’d you get that rx7 from bro

[@jerryhawk8434]

How much for that 1/12 red Mazda RX7

[@modelcarshouston]

It was around $700

[@aliqasim4959]

Are all 1/43 scale models are resin material? Example for brands like Norev or solido

[@modelcarshouston]

Unfortunately, I am not familiar with those brands enough to know. I deal mainly with the higher end when it comes to 1/43.

[@aliqasim4959]

Ok ok , but what about majority of 1/43 scale models are they all resin or it varies brand to brand or models. Thank you for your response

[@modelcarshouston]

@@aliqasim4959 43 comes in MOSTLY resin at this caliber.

[@ripwreckraceway]

rock on bro

[@ticnatz]

What about 1/24th?

[@aat8345]

the gap between 1/43 and 1/18 is so large I wish they had a filler in between for collector grade models. i wish 1/32 scale was more common and collectible scale. I'll probably collect 1/64 as that is not too expensive and has some nostalgia factor as well

[@modelcarshouston]

Yeah who knows who established these sizes haha

[@noobsimdriver]

1:24

[@aat8345]

@@noobsimdriver but they are not any collector grade cars at that scale

[@noobsimdriver]

@@aat8345 what makes is collector grade? Popular opinion?

[@aat8345]

@@noobsimdriver the actually quality of the cars and if you want to tell easily the price

[@youknoweverything7643]

124 scale and 25th scale is a perfect balance in size and ease of ability to scratch build and even do modeling because it's not too too small where you can detail it it's not too big where it takes up too much room and takes up too much time to build as well and not as much room the store and display so 124th and 125th is literally the perfect size for people who like to build models or even collect just die cast of especially with cars but I don't understand when people say they do custom diecast cars because are they actually building and making diecast pieces and melting their own metal and making their own molds or they just adding styrene on to the cars to make it custom because I've never seen custom diecast kits where you make your own diecast parts like a plastic model car kit. I do a lot of custom 124th and 125th scale but it's all done in styrene and actually sell it online on eBay and even have customers that request special models like of their own personal hot rods or cars or even their personal circle track cars they want exact replicas over they pay me for or even movie buffs and people that like to collect movie stuff I'll build them exact replicas of their movie cars that they want to go with their movie collections of their movie items I even do movie props and models of movie props and cars and spaceships and stuff like that for people's theaters as well I did a Star wars themed theater building one 16th scale models of pod racers and stuff like that to hang off the ceiling and it was Giant got paid me $50,000 to do it and it took 15,321 dollars in materials and resources and custom molds to do it and 120 hours per pod racer of labor went into them. That's how I make my living those making exact replicas of models for people's collectins and movie rooms and theaters and stuff like that but the fun part is when you get to go out to people's houses and take picture of their cars or their hot rod and so are their race cars and thousands of pictures and measuring and everything cuz that's really fun and you get to see some really really cool stuff that people have built hot rod wise or even just regular car wise I had one guy that wanted a replica of his private island vacation house he had just finished having built and owns on a his own private island so I took thousands and thousands and thousands of pictures and measuring stuff that was important inside his vacation house so that way when I did the exact scale replica of his vacation house that it was exactly how it is in real life so that way he can have it on display in his personal home so that way he can always look and feel like he's at his vacation home even though he's at his regular house doing work in his office which is kind of cool when you own a paradise and a getaway like that you kind of want to feel like you're there all the time so it is what it is and it makes me a living doing stuff like that you don't have to work for anybody on my own balls and I enjoy life and get to see some really cool stuff and get flown really cool places to take pictures and measure stuff for people's models they want built or even just doing models of what they want before a builder goes and build their house or has a car built or a car restored that way they know what they're getting before they spend the money to have the real thing done

[@modelcarshouston]

I trust you but when it comes to high detailed collectibles, that scale is not something that is considered.

[@youknoweverything7643]

@@modelcarshouston what scale is most common for high detailed high end custom models and replicas for cars then if 1/24&1/25 are not common then what size is common for high end models then

[@modelcarshouston]

@@youknoweverything7643 1/8 1/12 1/18 1/43 1/64

[@modelcarshouston]

@@youknoweverything7643 I would also say that model car building and static model cars are two different ball games.

[@youknoweverything7643]

@@modelcarshouston yea they are cuse model car building means that it works and operates as the real thing even some very high end ones has a hand built engine that runs and if you was small enough you could drive the car and it works and operates like the real car exactly and static it's just got to look the part sitting on a shelf

[@knowledgeworld463]

Why u dont collect 1 32?

[@modelcarshouston]

32 scale is not often a size manufactured for higher end collector grade model cars. 32 is more the JADA TOYS, etc.

[@larsolav_larsolav9668]

I want a real nice bigger Lamborghini murcielago gated manuel in yellow but I can't find any good models dose anyone know of any

[@zhithed]

I like 1/64, it is because I used to play with those tiny hotwheels cars.

[@modelcarshouston]

Absolutely!!!

[@Rx4Lyfe]

My #1 is 1/43 because of variety available in my chosen marque ( Mazda rotary and JDM) but 1/18 if same cars are available.

[@modelcarshouston]

I tend to agree!

[@marlboroferrariusa]

Hello! I really want to find a 1.43 scale model of a 1966 Dodge Charger!!!

[@modelcarshouston]

Someone possibly has something out there boss! I specialize mainly in JDM casts.

[@curtis4603]

My dumb brain was looking thinking that it's 1/64th of the size of the actual vehicle. Not my proudest thought. Thanks for the information either way!

[@modelcarshouston]

You're good, no worries!

[@tomlawrance6847]

Where did you buy that supra👀

[@modelcarshouston]

Ignition Model but long discontinued.

[@jetstreamx15]

I like them all....but definitely space can be an issue

[@aulivn4jc]

Love the 1:64 scale.

[@modelcarshouston]

Yep, and you can get a TON!

[@stevieboymkii]

I think in terms of pricing those 1/43s you're very much talking about high end models there as a decent 1/43 such as Ixo/Minichamps won't generally be anything like that amount. You've got an Ignition Model (I believe) in the video and that's about as expensive as you can get in 1/43.

[@gtmodelcars6189]

My favourite is 1/18😁😎

[@modelcarshouston]

18 is a nice size for sure!

[@formosag105]

I liked it when GSR was doing 32 scale

[@modelcarshouston]

YOOOO!!!!!

[@barnes4g63]

Will there ever be or have you seen a 12 scale Evo X? 😊thanks

[@modelcarshouston]

You know what? I think there MIGHT be. Ignition Model has fully scanned in their EVO X in 18 scale so it's only a matter of time before they do 64 scale and some EXCLUSIVE 12 scale!

[@barnes4g63]

Let me know I would love to have 1!!

[@modelcarshouston]

@@barnes4g63 will do boss!

[@TheDIFFRENTCollector]

1: 64 is the best of the best!

[@modelcarshouston]

Its a good size and you can get a lot!

[@rauh-weltbegriff5584]

Definitely 1/64 so much more space butttt 1/12 could take it because while 1/64 collections looks awesome and cool 1/12 collections look beautiful so hm maybe those 2 are tied

[@modelcarshouston]

I hope they make 1/12 in RWB soon!!!!

[@rauh-weltbegriff5584]

@@modelcarshouston yesssss i agree i am also waiting i would definitely spend a wild amount for a couple

[@modelcarshouston]

@@rauh-weltbegriff5584 we shall wait for it!

[@rauh-weltbegriff5584]

@@modelcarshouston yes we shall🔥

[@loveever89]

1/64 and 1/18 for me! 😁😁

[@modelcarshouston]

most common sizes for the collection!

[@mertgktas]

1:12 is my favorite however, they are so expensive and they take up a lot of space. Therefore, I buy usually 1:18.

[@24gmj2010]

What happened to 1/24th? My favorite.

[@modelcarshouston]

1/24th is not a common scale for this tier of collectibles.

[@24gmj2010]

@@modelcarshouston What do you mean, "this tier of collectibles"? In the U.S. it is very common, from low-end (Jada, Maisto, etc.) to high-end (Danbury Mint, Franklin Mint, etc.).

[@JonToyCars]

Ill stick to my 1:64 scale, it has everything i need and want!

[@modelcarshouston]

Absolutely. Except you do not get the higher end details due to size compared to others.

[@audioscorpion17_games77]

i love the 1/24 but i also love 1/64

[@modelcarshouston]

Absolutely!!!

[@powchatoycollection5831]

What's better? 1:43 or 1:32?

[@locomotivebreath9364]

1/43 is the most diverse scale in the world IF certain car exists - there's probably a 1/43 scale model somewhere made by someone

[@robertphillips6296]

I prefer 1/18 and some 1/24 scale. The storage space is the problem.

[@modelcarshouston]

Yes, this is why 43 is very popular in Japan.

[@Paul-폴]

for me my favorite are 1/12 and 1/18 reasons is most of my action figure collection can ride on that die cast car 😅 next is 1/64 reason this is the common and I have that those collection since I was a kid it nostalgia reason

[@reagansiddaguio5089]

Rarity also adds-up to the price.

[@goldenhobbies1946]

I like 1:18 scale 😊

[@JASON-oj4cm]

I like 1/18 scale because it's more detail in the car it's the brand auto world because they make Horror and Hollywood cars

[@ryanc00p3r3]

Sadly i can't see any more 1/86 scale model or 1/98 scale...

[@kagurazakabg04]

1/64 (3 inch) here !

[@modelcarshouston]

Let's GO!

[@insansiregar6158]

What about 1:32?

[@DonkeyDuel77]

Isn’t there smaller cars?

[@modelcarshouston]

Yes. There is but not for this caliber of model cars.

[@epicbenn]

1/64 for me, because I buy so many cars lol, so I am limited to space for collecting so many cars

[@Fifagalaxygamebox14]

1:24 and 1:18❤️

[@coconut_dr9194]

imo 1:24 is the best