1999 Acura NSX vs. 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 1999 Acura NSX is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Acura NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500. (231 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 146 kg more than 1999 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, 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500 (405 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Acura NSX. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Acura NSX. 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500 has automatic transmission and 1999 Acura NSX has manual transmission. 1999 Acura NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Acura NSX | 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | Acura | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | NSX | 500 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 4973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 405 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 90 L |
