2008 Honda NSX vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280
To start off, 2008 Honda NSX is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 weights approximately 154 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Honda NSX (298 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280. (270 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda NSX | 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | NSX | 280 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 73.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 213 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |