2008 Honda NSX vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz M
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda NSX would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M (511 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 2008 Honda NSX. (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz M weights approximately 899 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.
Because 2013 Mercedes-Benz M is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M (700 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda NSX. (298 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda NSX | 2013 Mercedes-Benz M | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | NSX | M |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 511 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 4.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 2345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4817 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2141 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1796 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2915 mm |
