1995 McLaren F1 GTR vs. 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton
To start off, 1995 McLaren F1 GTR is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton would be higher. At 6,063 cc (12 cylinders), 1995 McLaren F1 GTR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 McLaren F1 GTR (627 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 588 more horse power than 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (39 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 McLaren F1 GTR should accelerate faster than 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton weights approximately 90 kg more than 1995 McLaren F1 GTR.
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, 1995 McLaren F1 GTR (715 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 615 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (100 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 McLaren F1 GTR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton.
Compare all specifications:
1995 McLaren F1 GTR | 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton | |
Make | McLaren | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | F1 GTR | Ponton |
Year Released | 1995 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 6063 cc | 1767 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 627 HP | 39 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 715 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2660 mm |