1998 Honda NSX vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 13 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL (621 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 345 more horse power than 1998 Honda NSX. (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 816 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL (999 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 695 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda NSX. (304 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda NSX. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL 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. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda NSX | 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | NSX | CL |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 621 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 999 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 274 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 2280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2954 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |