1995 Acura NSX vs. 2001 Audi RS4
To start off, 2001 Audi RS4 is newer by 6 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 3,178 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura NSX (420 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2001 Audi RS4. (377 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi RS4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi RS4 weights approximately 88 kg more than 1995 Acura NSX.
Because 2001 Audi RS4 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, 2001 Audi RS4 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, 2001 Audi RS4 (449 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Acura NSX. (414 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2001 Audi RS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Acura NSX | 2001 Audi RS4 | |
| Make | Acura | Audi |
| Model | NSX | RS4 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3178 cc | 2671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 377 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 449 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 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 | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2610 mm |
