1980 Buick Electra vs. 2003 McLaren F1
To start off, 2003 McLaren F1 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Buick Electra would be higher. At 6,062 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 McLaren F1 (618 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 495 more horse power than 1980 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick Electra weights approximately 520 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 McLaren F1 (649 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Buick Electra. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Buick Electra. 1980 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 2003 McLaren F1 has manual transmission. 2003 McLaren F1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Buick Electra | 2003 McLaren F1 | |
Make | Buick | McLaren |
Model | Electra | F1 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 6062 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 618 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 649 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2720 mm |