1999 Acura NSX vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 11 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1999 Acura NSX. (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1999 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 377 kg more than 1999 Acura 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E (630 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Acura NSX. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Acura NSX. 2010 Mercedes-Benz E 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. 2010 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Acura NSX | 2010 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Acura | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | NSX | E |
Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 518 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 630 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1841 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4887 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1443 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2873 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |