1995 McLaren F1 LM vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 McLaren F1 LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 McLaren F1 LM would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 McLaren F1 LM (660 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL. (518 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 McLaren F1 LM should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 McLaren F1 LM (705 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL. (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1995 McLaren F1 LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 1995 McLaren F1 LM has manual transmission. 1995 McLaren F1 LM will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 McLaren F1 LM | 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | McLaren | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | F1 LM | CL |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6063 cc | 6208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 660 HP | 518 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 705 Nm | 631 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2960 mm |
