2001 Acura NSX vs. 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250
To start off, 2001 Acura NSX is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura NSX (480 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 351 more horse power than 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250. (129 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250.
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, 2001 Acura NSX (304 Nm) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250. (217 Nm). This means 2001 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Acura NSX | 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 | |
Make | Acura | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | NSX | 250 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 480 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 217 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 65 L |