1999 McLaren F1 vs. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420
To start off, 1999 McLaren F1 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 would be higher. At 6,061 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 McLaren F1 (618 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 399 more horse power than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420. (219 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 McLaren F1 (649 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420. (329 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1999 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420.
Compare all specifications:
1999 McLaren F1 | 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 | |
Make | McLaren | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | F1 | 420 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 6061 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 618 HP | 219 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 649 Nm | 329 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.1 mm | 78.9 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2460 mm |