1999 Acura NSX vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Acura NSX would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Acura NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 391 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Acura NSX. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Acura NSX | 2008 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Acura | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | NSX | E |
Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |