1990 Audi V8 vs. 2005 Honda NSX
To start off, 2005 Honda NSX is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Audi V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Audi V8 would be higher. At 3,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1990 Audi V8. (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1990 Audi V8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Audi V8 weights approximately 290 kg more than 2005 Honda NSX.
Because 1990 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Audi V8 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, 1990 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda NSX. (298 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 1990 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Audi V8 | 2005 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | V8 | NSX |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 265 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 5.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
