1996 McLaren F1 GTR vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 McLaren F1 GTR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 McLaren F1 GTR would be higher. At 6,061 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 McLaren F1 GTR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 McLaren F1 GTR (627 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz S. (384 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 McLaren F1 GTR should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 820 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 McLaren F1 GTR (715 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz S. (530 Nm @ 280 RPM). This means 1996 McLaren F1 GTR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz S. 2006 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 1996 McLaren F1 GTR has manual transmission. 1996 McLaren F1 GTR will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 McLaren F1 GTR | 2006 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | McLaren | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | F1 GTR | S |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6061 cc | 5461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 627 HP | 384 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 715 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 280 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3040 mm |
