1993 Honda NSX vs. 2012 Audi S5
To start off, 2012 Audi S5 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda NSX would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Audi S5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi S5 (354 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1993 Honda NSX. (280 HP @ 7300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi S5 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1993 Honda NSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi S5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi S5 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, 2012 Audi S5 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda NSX. (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2012 Audi S5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda NSX. 2012 Audi S5 has automatic transmission and 1993 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 1993 Honda NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi S5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Honda NSX | 2012 Audi S5 | |
Make | Honda | Audi |
Model | NSX | S5 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 354 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 440 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 | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4623 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1382 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |