1993 Acura NSX vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Acura NSX would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Acura NSX (271 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML. (161 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 805 kg more than 1993 Acura NSX.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Acura NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Acura NSX. 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML has automatic transmission and 1993 Acura NSX has manual transmission. 1993 Acura NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Acura NSX | 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Acura | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | NSX | ML |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 2175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2830 mm |
