2008 Honda Fit vs. 1998 McLaren F1
To start off, 2008 Honda Fit is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 McLaren F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 McLaren F1 would be higher. At 6,063 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 McLaren F1 (618 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 509 more horse power than 2008 Honda Fit. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Fit weights approximately 104 kg more than 1998 McLaren F1.
Because 1998 McLaren F1 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 1998 McLaren F1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Fit, 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, 1998 McLaren F1 (649 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 507 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Fit. (142 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Fit | 1998 McLaren F1 | |
Make | Honda | McLaren |
Model | Fit | F1 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 6063 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 618 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 649 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.4 mm | 87.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1176 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2720 mm |