1990 Honda NSX vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda NSX would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1990 Honda NSX. (252 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 1110 kg more than 1990 Honda NSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda NSX. (285 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Honda NSX | 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | NSX | GL |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 2515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5095 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1839 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3076 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
