1991 Acura NSX vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Acura NSX would be higher. At 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (355 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1991 Acura NSX. (271 HP @ 7300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1991 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 236 kg more than 1991 Acura NSX. 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (511 Nm) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Acura NSX. (284 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Acura NSX | 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Acura | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | NSX | C |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 5441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 511 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1606 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2810 mm |
