1996 Acura NSX vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280
To start off, 1996 Acura NSX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Acura NSX (271 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 Acura NSX (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280. (260 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1996 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Acura NSX | 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 | |
Make | Acura | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | NSX | 280 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 73.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 275 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2840 mm |