2009 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2012 McLaren MP4-12C
To start off, 2012 McLaren MP4-12C is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 McLaren MP4-12C (592 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. (507 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 McLaren MP4-12C should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 McLaren MP4-12C weights approximately 109 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 McLaren MP4-12C. (600 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 McLaren MP4-12C.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mercedes-Benz E | 2012 McLaren MP4-12C | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | McLaren |
Model | E | MP4-12C |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 6208 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 507 HP | 592 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 631 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1434 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4506 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1199 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2670 mm |