1975 Chrysler Centura vs. 2002 McLaren F1
To start off, 2002 McLaren F1 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chrysler Centura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chrysler Centura would be higher. At 6,063 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 McLaren F1 (618 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 500 more horse power than 1975 Chrysler Centura. (118 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 1975 Chrysler Centura. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 McLaren F1 weights approximately 61 kg more than 1975 Chrysler Centura. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 McLaren F1 (649 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 473 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Chrysler Centura. (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Chrysler Centura.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chrysler Centura | 2002 McLaren F1 | |
| Make | Chrysler | McLaren |
| Model | Centura | F1 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1981 cc | 6063 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 618 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2720 mm |
