2002 Honda NSX vs. 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240
To start off, 2002 Honda NSX is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda NSX (286 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240. (72 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 weights approximately 155 kg more than 2002 Honda NSX.
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, 2002 Honda NSX (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240. (137 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda NSX | 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | NSX | 240 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 92.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |