1995 Acura NSX vs. 2005 Audi A8
To start off, 2005 Audi A8 is newer by 10 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 4,178 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura NSX (420 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2005 Audi A8. (335 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A8 weights approximately 448 kg more than 1995 Acura NSX.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi A8 (430 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Acura NSX. (414 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Acura NSX | 2005 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Acura | Audi |
| Model | NSX | A8 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3178 cc | 4178 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2950 mm |
