1995 Honda NSX vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda NSX would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda NSX (280 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. (228 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 270 kg more than 1995 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (300 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda NSX. (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda NSX. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 1995 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 1995 Honda NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Honda NSX | 2006 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | NSX | E |
Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 257 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |