1991 Acura NSX vs. 2000 Audi A8
To start off, 2000 Audi A8 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Acura NSX would be higher. Both 1991 Acura NSX and 2000 Audi A8 are equipped with a 2,976 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Acura NSX (271 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2000 Audi A8. (217 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A8 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1991 Acura NSX.
Because 1991 Acura 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 1991 Acura NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8, 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, 2000 Audi A8 (300 Nm @ 8200 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Acura NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Acura NSX | 2000 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Acura | Audi |
| Model | NSX | A8 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 2976 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 8200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2950 mm |
