1995 Acura NSX vs. 1999 Audi R8R
To start off, 1999 Audi R8R is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Acura NSX would be higher. At 3,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi R8R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura NSX (271 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1999 Audi R8R. (247 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi R8R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Acura NSX weights approximately 1368 kg more than 1999 Audi R8R. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Audi R8R (330 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Acura NSX. (284 Nm). This means 1999 Audi R8R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Acura NSX. 1999 Audi R8R has automatic transmission and 1995 Acura NSX has manual transmission. 1995 Acura NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Audi R8R will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Acura NSX | 1999 Audi R8R | |
| Make | Acura | Audi |
| Model | NSX | R8R |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 1 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 2 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1090 mm |
