1967 Audi Variant vs. 2002 Honda NSX
To start off, 2002 Honda NSX is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Audi Variant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Audi Variant would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda NSX (286 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1967 Audi Variant. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1967 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda NSX weights approximately 340 kg more than 1967 Audi Variant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Honda NSX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Audi Variant, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 Honda NSX (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Audi Variant. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Audi Variant | 2002 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | Variant | NSX |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |
