2007 Citroen C5 vs. 1995 McLaren F1 LM
To start off, 2007 Citroen C5 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 552 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C5. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 McLaren F1 LM should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C5 weights approximately 455 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 Citroen C5, 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 464 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C5. (241 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1995 McLaren F1 LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Citroen C5 | 1995 McLaren F1 LM | |
Make | Citroen | McLaren |
Model | C5 | F1 LM |
Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 6063 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 660 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 705 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 357 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1517 kg | 1062 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2720 mm |