1994 McLaren F1 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 McLaren F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 McLaren F1 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 359 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (268 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1994 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 435 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 531 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (350 Nm). This means 1994 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 McLaren F1 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | McLaren | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | F1 | C |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6062 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 627 HP | 268 HP |
| Torque | 881 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 371 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| 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 | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2720 mm |
