2001 Acura NSX vs. 1975 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2001 Acura NSX is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 6,834 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura NSX (480 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1975 Mercedes-Benz S. (283 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1975 Mercedes-Benz S.
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, 1975 Mercedes-Benz S (549 Nm) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura NSX. (304 Nm). This means 1975 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Acura NSX | 1975 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Acura | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | NSX | S |
Year Released | 2001 | 1975 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 6834 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 480 HP | 283 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 549 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2870 mm |