None is faster. But some say the Capricorns are harder to drive downwind as they dig their bows more easely than some other f18s. So it might not be a good beginner f18 from that persective. However, the Capricorn is alot more sexy!! <img src="http://www.catsailor.com/forums/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" /> mhm, eyecandy...