1997 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 1997 McLaren F1
To start off, both 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier and 1997 McLaren F1 were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 498 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier. (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier weights approximately 45 kg more than 1997 McLaren F1.
Because 1997 McLaren F1 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 McLaren F1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 466 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier. (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Chevrolet Cavalier | 1997 McLaren F1 | |
Make | Chevrolet | McLaren |
Model | Cavalier | F1 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2189 cc | 6063 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 618 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 649 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2720 mm |