1970 Chevrolet Comodoro vs. 2001 McLaren F1
To start off, 2001 McLaren F1 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro would be higher. At 6,063 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 McLaren F1 (618 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 539 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (79 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 McLaren F1 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 McLaren F1 (649 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 484 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro | 2001 McLaren F1 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | McLaren |
| Model | Comodoro | F1 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2470 cc | 6063 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 618 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2720 mm |
