1998 McLaren MP4 vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, both 1998 McLaren MP4 and 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 McLaren MP4 (790 HP @ 17000 RPM) has 566 more horse power than 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL. (224 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 McLaren MP4 should accelerate faster than 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 1230 kg more than 1998 McLaren MP4.
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. 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL has automatic transmission and 1998 McLaren MP4 has manual transmission. 1998 McLaren MP4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 McLaren MP4 | 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | McLaren | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | MP4 | SL |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2998 cc | 3197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 790 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 17000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 1830 kg |
