1973 Chevrolet Vega vs. 1973 McLaren M19
To start off, both 1973 Chevrolet Vega and 1973 McLaren M19 were released in the same year (1973). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,993 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 McLaren M19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 McLaren M19 (445 HP @ 10000 RPM) has 364 more horse power than 1973 Chevrolet Vega. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 McLaren M19 should accelerate faster than 1973 Chevrolet Vega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chevrolet Vega weights approximately 445 kg more than 1973 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. 1973 Chevrolet Vega has automatic transmission and 1973 McLaren M19 has manual transmission. 1973 McLaren M19 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Chevrolet Vega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chevrolet Vega | 1973 McLaren M19 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | McLaren |
| Model | Vega | M19 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 445 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 10000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 560 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2550 mm |
