1992 Acura NSX vs. 1963 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1992 Acura NSX is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Acura NSX (272 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1963 Mercedes-Benz 300. (238 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1963 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1992 Acura 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, 1992 Acura NSX (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Mercedes-Benz 300. (271 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1992 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Acura NSX | 1963 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | Acura | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | NSX | 300 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 272 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2410 mm |