1999 Honda NSX vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 7 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 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S (493 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1999 Honda NSX. (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 490 kg more than 1999 Honda 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S (700 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda NSX. (304 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda NSX | 2006 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | NSX | S |
Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3177 cc | 5441 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.2 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 88 L |