1997 McLaren F1 vs. 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, 1997 McLaren F1 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190 would be higher. At 6,063 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 McLaren F1 (618 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 559 more horse power than 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190. (59 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1997 McLaren F1.
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, 1997 McLaren F1 (649 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 531 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190. (118 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 McLaren F1 | 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
| Make | McLaren | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | F1 | 190 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6063 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 618 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 649 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2710 mm |
