2001 McLaren F1 vs. 1961 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 2001 McLaren F1 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 6,063 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 McLaren F1 (618 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 498 more horse power than 1961 Mercedes-Benz 220. (120 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 1961 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 240 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 McLaren F1 (649 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 460 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Mercedes-Benz 220. (189 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2001 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
2001 McLaren F1 | 1961 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
Make | McLaren | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | F1 | 220 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 6063 cc | 2195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 618 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 649 Nm | 189 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 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 | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2760 mm |