2000 Acura NSX vs. 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 2000 Acura NSX is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura NSX (480 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1195 kg more than 2000 Acura 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, 2000 Acura NSX (542 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600. (501 Nm). This means 2000 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura NSX | 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | Acura | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | NSX | 600 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 6330 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 480 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 2770 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3910 mm |
