1999 McLaren F1 vs. 1986 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1999 McLaren F1 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mercedes-Benz S 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 433 more horse power than 1986 Mercedes-Benz S. (185 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 1986 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 380 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 389 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mercedes-Benz S. (260 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
1999 McLaren F1 | 1986 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | McLaren | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | F1 | S |
Year Released | 1999 | 1986 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 6061 cc | 2962 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 618 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 649 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2950 mm |