1994 McLaren F1 vs. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230
To start off, 1994 McLaren F1 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230 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 518 more horse power than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230. (109 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1994 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230 weights approximately 236 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 696 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230. (185 Nm). This means 1994 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 McLaren F1 | 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230 | |
| Make | McLaren | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | F1 | 230 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6062 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 627 HP | 109 HP |
| Torque | 881 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 93.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2800 mm |
