1970 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 1999 McLaren F1
To start off, 1999 McLaren F1 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chrysler Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chrysler Cordoba would be higher. At 6,061 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 McLaren F1 (618 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 528 more horse power than 1970 Chrysler Cordoba. (90 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 1970 Chrysler Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 400 kg more than 1999 McLaren F1.
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, 1999 McLaren F1 (649 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 432 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chrysler Cordoba. (217 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1999 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chrysler Cordoba. 1970 Chrysler Cordoba has automatic transmission and 1999 McLaren F1 has manual transmission. 1999 McLaren F1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 Chrysler Cordoba will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Chrysler Cordoba | 1999 McLaren F1 | |
Make | Chrysler | McLaren |
Model | Cordoba | F1 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3685 cc | 6061 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 618 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 649 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.3 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 104.6 mm | 87.1 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2720 mm |