1997 Honda Prelude vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1997 Honda Prelude. (195 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Prelude.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz S is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Mercedes-Benz S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Prelude. (211 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Prelude. 2012 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 1997 Honda Prelude has manual transmission. 1997 Honda Prelude will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1997 Honda Prelude | 2012 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Prelude | S |
Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2155 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 211 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5096 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3165 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 90 L |