1991 Acura NSX vs. 2009 Audi A6
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 18 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 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Acura NSX (271 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2009 Audi A6. (178 HP @ 3300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Acura NSX weights approximately 210 kg more than 2009 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Acura NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 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, 2009 Audi A6 (380 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Acura NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Acura NSX | 2009 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Acura | Audi |
| Model | NSX | A6 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 2698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2850 mm |
