2005 McLaren F1 vs. 1975 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2005 McLaren F1 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 6,063 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 McLaren F1 (618 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 524 more horse power than 1975 Mercedes-Benz E. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 160 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 McLaren F1 (649 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 489 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mercedes-Benz E. (160 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
2005 McLaren F1 | 1975 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | McLaren | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | F1 | E |
Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 6063 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 618 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 649 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.1 mm | 83.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2760 mm |