2008 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren vs. 1966 Mercury Cyclone
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mercury Cyclone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mercury Cyclone would be higher. At 6,393 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Mercury Cyclone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (617 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1966 Mercury Cyclone. (335 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 1966 Mercury Cyclone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren weights approximately 138 kg more than 1966 Mercury Cyclone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (780 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mercury Cyclone. (579 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mercury Cyclone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | 1966 Mercury Cyclone | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
| Model | SLR McLaren | Cyclone |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 6393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 617 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 780 Nm | 579 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2950 mm |
