1998 Acura NSX vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class
In comparing the 1998 Acura NSX's and the 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class's specifications and ratings, the 1998 Acura NSX has the advantage in the area of fuel efficiency. The 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 1998 Acura NSX's and the 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class's specifications and ratings, the 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class is a better car than the 1998 Acura NSX.
1998 Acura NSX vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class Pricing
A used 1998 Acura NSX ranges from $24,700 to $79,450 while a used 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class is priced between $5,999 to $33,254.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 1998 Acura NSX’s base engine makes 290 horsepower, and the 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class base engine makes 315 horsepower. The NSX is rated to deliver an average of 18 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 396 miles. The SL-Class is rated to deliver an average of 17 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 441 miles.This gives the 1998 Acura NSX the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class the advantage in maximum range. Both models use gasoline.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
24700 - 79450
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
5999 - 33254
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.472461
Acura NSX Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Mercedes-Benz SL-Class Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.370637 / 10
Reliability:
7.941273 / 10
Retained Value:
6.8 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Acura NSX Rankings
Not yet available
Mercedes-Benz SL-Class Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 40Ranking
1 out of / 26Ranking
7 out of / 40Ranking
7 out of / 26Ranking
7 out of / 26Ranking
8 out of / 19Ranking
9 out of / 26Ranking
12 out of / 23Ranking
14 out of / 40Ranking
14 out of / 18Ranking
16 out of / 40Ranking
18 out of / 26Ranking
20 out of / 30Ranking
31 out of / 40Available Body Styles
Coupe
Available Body Styles
Convertible
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
1998 Acura NSX Trim Levels
Base, NSX-T
1998 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class Trim Levels
SL 500, SL 500 SL1 Sport, SL 600, SL 600 SL1 Sport
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
290 hp @ 7100 rpm
Torque:
224 foot-lbs @ 5500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.092 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
315 hp @ 5600 rpm
Torque:
345 foot-lbs @ 3900 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.076 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.2 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
16 / 22 / 18
Range (city/hwy):
288 / 396 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
5 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
14 / 21 / 17
Range (city/hwy):
294 / 441 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
36.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
44.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
52.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.1 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.4 inches
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3160 lbs
Width:
71.3 inches
Height:
46.1 inches
Length:
174.2 inches
Wheelbase:
99.6 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4165 lbs
Width:
71.3 inches
Height:
51.3 inches
Length:
177.1 inches
Wheelbase:
99 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
Not yet available