1999 Honda 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 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. (181 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda 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 350 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 (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. (250 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda NSX | 2008 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | NSX | E |
Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |