1998 Honda NSX vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda NSX would be higher. At 4,964 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1998 Honda NSX. (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 440 kg more than 1998 Honda NSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda NSX. (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda NSX. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS has automatic transmission and 1998 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 1998 Honda NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda NSX | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | NSX | CLS |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 4964 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 89 L |