2005 Honda NSX vs. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420
To start off, 2005 Honda NSX is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda NSX (241 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420. (218 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2005 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, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 (329 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda NSX. (285 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda NSX | 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | NSX | 420 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 241 HP | 218 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 329 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 260 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2850 mm |