1991 Honda NSX vs. 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250
To start off, 1991 Honda NSX is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Honda NSX (281 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250. (128 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1991 Honda NSX.
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, 1991 Honda NSX (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250. (216 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1991 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Honda NSX | 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | NSX | 250 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2776 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 281 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 78.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 78 L |