2005 McLaren F1 vs. 1972 Plymouth Valiant
To start off, 2005 McLaren F1 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Plymouth Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Plymouth Valiant would be higher. At 6,063 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 McLaren F1 (618 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 509 more horse power than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Plymouth Valiant weights approximately 140 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 McLaren F1 (649 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Plymouth Valiant.
Compare all specifications:
2005 McLaren F1 | 1972 Plymouth Valiant | |
Make | McLaren | Plymouth |
Model | F1 | Valiant |
Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 6063 cc | 3678 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 618 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 649 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.1 mm | 104.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2750 mm |