1995 McLaren F1 GTR vs. 2013 Kia Optima
To start off, 2013 Kia Optima is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 McLaren F1 GTR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 McLaren F1 GTR would be higher. At 6,063 cc (12 cylinders), 1995 McLaren F1 GTR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 McLaren F1 GTR (627 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 430 more horse power than 2013 Kia Optima. (197 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 McLaren F1 GTR should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia Optima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Optima weights approximately 334 kg more than 1995 McLaren F1 GTR.
Because 1995 McLaren F1 GTR 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 GTR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Kia Optima, 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 GTR (715 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 463 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia Optima. (252 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1995 McLaren F1 GTR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 McLaren F1 GTR | 2013 Kia Optima | |
| Make | McLaren | Kia |
| Model | F1 GTR | Optima |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6063 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 627 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 715 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1454 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4845 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2795 mm |
