2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1997 McLaren F1
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 8 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 323 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 924 kg more than 1997 McLaren F1.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 McLaren F1 (649 Nm) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. (454 Nm). This means 1997 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1997 McLaren F1 has manual transmission. 1997 McLaren F1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 1997 McLaren F1 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | McLaren |
| Model | Silverado | F1 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 6063 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 618 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2094 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2720 mm |
