1995 McLaren F1 GTR vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1999 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 McLaren F1 GTR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 McLaren F1 GTR 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 513 more horse power than 1999 Mercedes-Benz E. (114 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 McLaren F1 GTR should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 480 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 465 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercedes-Benz E. (250 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1995 McLaren F1 GTR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercedes-Benz E. 1999 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 1995 McLaren F1 GTR has manual transmission. 1995 McLaren F1 GTR will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 McLaren F1 GTR | 1999 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | McLaren | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | F1 GTR | E |
Year Released | 1995 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 6063 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 627 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 715 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2970 mm |