1978 Buick Regal vs. 1997 McLaren F1
To start off, 1997 McLaren F1 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Buick Regal 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 514 more horse power than 1978 Buick Regal. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Regal weights approximately 260 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 431 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Regal. (218 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Buick Regal | 1997 McLaren F1 | |
Make | Buick | McLaren |
Model | Regal | F1 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 6063 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 618 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 649 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2720 mm |