1998 Acura NSX vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Acura NSX would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision (355 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1998 Acura NSX. (291 HP @ 7100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision should accelerate faster than 1998 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision (530 Nm) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Acura NSX. (304 Nm). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Acura NSX. 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision has automatic transmission and 1998 Acura NSX has manual transmission. 1998 Acura NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Acura NSX | 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision | |
| Make | Acura | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | NSX | Vision |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3230 mm |
