2008 Honda NSX vs. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 2008 Honda NSX is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 (389 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2008 Honda NSX. (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 564 kg more than 2008 Honda 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, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 (571 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda NSX. (298 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda NSX. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 2008 Honda NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda NSX | 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | NSX | 600 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 5987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 389 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 571 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 80.2 mm |
| Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 253 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
