1992 Honda Prelude vs. 1995 McLaren F1 LM
To start off, 1995 McLaren F1 LM is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 6,063 cc (12 cylinders), 1995 McLaren F1 LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 McLaren F1 LM (660 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 502 more horse power than 1992 Honda Prelude. (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 McLaren F1 LM should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Prelude weights approximately 248 kg more than 1995 McLaren F1 LM.
Because 1995 McLaren F1 LM 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 1995 McLaren F1 LM. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Honda Prelude, 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, 1995 McLaren F1 LM (705 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 496 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Prelude. (209 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 McLaren F1 LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Honda Prelude | 1995 McLaren F1 LM | |
Make | Honda | McLaren |
Model | Prelude | F1 LM |
Year Released | 1992 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2257 cc | 6063 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 660 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 705 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 213 km/hour | 357 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1062 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2720 mm |