1995 McLaren F1 GTR vs. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200
To start off, 1995 McLaren F1 GTR is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 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 509 more horse power than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 McLaren F1 GTR should accelerate faster than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 weights approximately 340 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) has 542 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200. (173 Nm). This means 1995 McLaren F1 GTR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200.
Compare all specifications:
1995 McLaren F1 GTR | 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 | |
Make | McLaren | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | F1 GTR | 200 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 6063 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 627 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 715 Nm | 173 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2810 mm |