1973 Buick Skylark vs. 1997 McLaren F1
To start off, 1997 McLaren F1 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 6,063 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 McLaren F1 (618 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 468 more horse power than 1973 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 1973 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Skylark weights approximately 435 kg more than 1997 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, 1997 McLaren F1 (649 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Buick Skylark. (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Buick Skylark | 1997 McLaren F1 | |
Make | Buick | McLaren |
Model | Skylark | F1 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 6063 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 618 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 649 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2720 mm |