1971 McLaren M19 vs. 1980 Pontiac Lemans
To start off, 1980 Pontiac Lemans is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 McLaren M19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 McLaren M19 would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Pontiac Lemans is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Pontiac Lemans weights approximately 900 kg more than 1971 McLaren M19.
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. 1980 Pontiac Lemans has automatic transmission and 1971 McLaren M19 has manual transmission. 1971 McLaren M19 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Pontiac Lemans will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1971 McLaren M19 | 1980 Pontiac Lemans | |
Make | McLaren | Pontiac |
Model | M19 | Lemans |
Year Released | 1971 | 1980 |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 0 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1460 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2760 mm |