1991 Acura NSX vs. 2007 Audi S8
To start off, 2007 Audi S8 is newer by 16 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. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S8 (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1991 Acura NSX. (271 HP @ 7300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1991 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi S8 weights approximately 570 kg more than 1991 Acura NSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Acura NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 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, 2007 Audi S8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Acura NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Acura NSX. 2007 Audi S8 has automatic transmission and 1991 Acura NSX has manual transmission. 1991 Acura NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi S8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Acura NSX | 2007 Audi S8 | |
| Make | Acura | Audi |
| Model | NSX | S8 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 5204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2950 mm |
