1972 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1972 McLaren M21
To start off, both 1972 Chevrolet Corvette and 1972 McLaren M21 were released in the same year (1972). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 McLaren M21 (283 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Corvette. (255 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 McLaren M21 should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 1034 kg more than 1972 McLaren M21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Corvette | 1972 McLaren M21 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | McLaren |
| Model | Corvette | M21 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1927 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 465 kg |
