2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 1997 McLaren F1
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 McLaren F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 McLaren F1 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 408 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 471 kg more than 1997 McLaren F1.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 McLaren F1 (649 Nm) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 1997 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 1997 McLaren F1 | |
| Make | Dodge | McLaren |
| Model | Dakota | F1 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 6063 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 618 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1641 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2720 mm |
