1997 Kia Capital vs. 1995 McLaren F1 LM
To start off, 1997 Kia Capital is newer by 2 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 546 more horse power than 1997 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 McLaren F1 LM should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Kia Capital weights approximately 263 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, 1997 Kia Capital, 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 553 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1995 McLaren F1 LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Kia Capital | 1995 McLaren F1 LM | |
Make | Kia | McLaren |
Model | Capital | F1 LM |
Year Released | 1997 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 6063 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 660 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 705 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1062 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2720 mm |