1995 Acura NSX vs. 1995 Audi A6

To start off, both 1995 Acura NSX and 1995 Audi A6 were released in the same year (1995). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,178 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura NSX (420 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 1995 Audi A6. (123 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1995 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Acura NSX weights approximately 67 kg more than 1995 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1995 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Acura NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Acura NSX (414 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Audi A6. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Audi A6.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Acura NSX 1995 Audi A6
Make Acura Audi
Model NSX A6
Year Released 1995 1995
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 3178 cc 1781 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 5 valves
Horse Power 420 HP 123 HP
Engine RPM 8250 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 414 Nm 168 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1497 kg 1430 kg
Vehicle Length 4420 mm 4900 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1180 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2540 mm 2760 mm


 

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