2002 McLaren F1 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 McLaren F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 McLaren F1 would be higher. At 6,063 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 McLaren F1 (618 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (362 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 519 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 McLaren F1 (649 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (510 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 2002 McLaren F1 has manual transmission. 2002 McLaren F1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 McLaren F1 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | McLaren | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | F1 | C |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6063 cc | 5438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 618 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 649 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2720 mm |
