2002 Acura NSX vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2002 Acura NSX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL would be higher. At 5,786 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL (367 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2002 Acura NSX. (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 525 kg more than 2002 Acura NSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL (530 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura NSX. (285 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Acura NSX | 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Acura | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | NSX | CL |
Year Released | 2002 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 5786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 249 HP | 367 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 87 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2970 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 88 L |