2002 Honda NSX vs. 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 2002 Honda NSX is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda NSX (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 weights approximately 76 kg more than 2002 Honda NSX.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Honda NSX (287 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2002 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda NSX | 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | NSX | W 111 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
