2008 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren vs. 1997 Mercury Mystique
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mercury Mystique. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mercury Mystique would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (617 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 449 more horse power than 1997 Mercury Mystique. (168 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 1997 Mercury Mystique. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren weights approximately 457 kg more than 1997 Mercury Mystique. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Mercury Mystique, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 560 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mercury Mystique. (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mercury Mystique.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | 1997 Mercury Mystique | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
| Model | SLR McLaren | Mystique |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 2544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 617 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 780 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1313 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
