1995 McLaren F1 LM vs. 2012 Honda Civic
To start off, 2012 Honda Civic is newer by 17 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) has 462 more horse power than 2012 Honda Civic. (198 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1995 McLaren F1 LM should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Civic weights approximately 205 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, 2012 Honda Civic, 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) has 512 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Civic. (193 Nm). This means 1995 McLaren F1 LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 McLaren F1 LM | 2012 Honda Civic | |
Make | McLaren | Honda |
Model | F1 LM | Civic |
Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 6063 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 660 HP | 198 HP |
Torque | 705 Nm | 193 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11:01 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 357 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1267 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4276 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1785 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1445 mm |