1995 McLaren F1 LM vs. 2007 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2007 Opel Meriva is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 McLaren F1 LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 McLaren F1 LM 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 561 more horse power than 2007 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 McLaren F1 LM should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Meriva weights approximately 331 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, 2007 Opel Meriva, 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 465 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Meriva. (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1995 McLaren F1 LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 McLaren F1 LM | 2007 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | McLaren | Opel |
| Model | F1 LM | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6063 cc | 1685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 660 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 705 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 357 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2640 mm |
