1997 McLaren F1 vs. 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 1997 McLaren F1 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,331 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 McLaren F1 (618 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 371 more horse power than 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1600 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 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600. (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600.
Compare all specifications:
1997 McLaren F1 | 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
Make | McLaren | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | F1 | 600 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 6063 cc | 6331 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 618 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 649 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 2770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 6250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3910 mm |