1994 McLaren F1 vs. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 1994 McLaren F1 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 6,062 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 McLaren F1 (627 HP) has 447 more horse power than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500. (180 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1994 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 1280 kg more than 1994 McLaren F1.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1994 McLaren F1 (881 Nm) has 441 more torque (in Nm) than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500. (440 Nm). This means 1994 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 McLaren F1 | 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | McLaren | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | F1 | 500 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1941 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6062 cc | 5399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 627 HP | 180 HP |
| Torque | 881 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 111 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 5.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3300 mm |
