1997 Honda NSX vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda NSX would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda NSX (280 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (182 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 120 kg more than 1997 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, 1997 Honda NSX (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (250 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1997 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda NSX | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | NSX | C |
Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1796 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |