1991 Honda NSX vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK

To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Honda NSX would be higher. At 2,985 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Honda NSX (281 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (221 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 360 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK (510 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda NSX. (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda NSX. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK has automatic transmission and 1991 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 1991 Honda NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1991 Honda NSX 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK
Make Honda Mercedes-Benz
Model NSX CLK
Year Released 1991 2008
Body Type Coupe Convertible
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 2977 cc 2985 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 281 HP 221 HP
Engine RPM 7300 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 294 Nm 510 Nm
Torque RPM 5400 RPM 1400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 90 mm 83 mm
Engine Stroke Size 78 mm 94 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.2:1 17.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1370 kg 1730 kg
Vehicle Length 4410 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1180 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2540 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 62 L


 

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