2001 Acura NSX vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept

To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Acura NSX would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura NSX (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura NSX weights approximately 310 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 2001 Acura NSX (304 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept. (300 Nm). This means 2001 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Acura NSX 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept
Make Acura Mercedes-Benz
Model NSX Bionic Car Concept
Year Released 2001 2005
Engine Size 3201 cc 1991 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 223 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 304 Nm 300 Nm
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1575 kg 1265 kg
Vehicle Length 4430 mm 4250 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1180 mm 1600 mm
Wheelbase Size 2540 mm 2570 mm