1999 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1999 Honda Z
To start off, both 1999 Mercedes-Benz S and 1999 Honda Z were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,789 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S (362 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 311 more horse power than 1999 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1999 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Mercedes-Benz S is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Mercedes-Benz S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Z, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mercedes-Benz S (540 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 480 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Z. (60 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercedes-Benz S | 1999 Honda Z | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Honda |
| Model | S | Z |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5789 cc | 654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 64 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 35 L |
