1999 Honda NSX vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda NSX 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 134 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. (142 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 75 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) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. (220 Nm). This means 1999 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda NSX | 2004 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | NSX | C |
Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3177 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 220 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 274 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |