2004 McLaren F1 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 McLaren F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 McLaren F1 would be higher. At 6,063 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 McLaren F1 (619 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 478 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 305 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 McLaren F1 (649 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 429 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 McLaren F1 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | McLaren | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | F1 | C |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6063 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 619 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 649 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2720 mm |
