2005 Honda NSX vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL (311 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2005 Honda NSX. (241 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL (360 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda NSX. (285 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda NSX | 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | NSX | SL |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 241 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 260 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 6.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4582 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1298 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |