1999 Honda NSX vs. 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1999 Honda NSX is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 3,177 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300. (220 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1999 Honda 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, 1999 Honda NSX (304 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300. (265 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda NSX | 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | NSX | 300 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3177 cc | 2962 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 274 km/hour | 232 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2720 mm |