1992 Honda NSX vs. 1978 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1992 Honda NSX is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda NSX (280 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1978 Mercedes-Benz S. (157 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1978 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 240 kg more than 1992 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, 1992 Honda NSX (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mercedes-Benz S. (223 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Honda NSX | 1978 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | NSX | S |
Year Released | 1992 | 1978 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2746 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 78.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 85 L |