1995 Acura NSX vs. 2006 Audi A6
To start off, 2006 Audi A6 is newer by 11 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 77 more horse power than 2006 Audi A6. (343 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A6 weights approximately 243 kg more than 1995 Acura NSX.
Because 2006 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, 2006 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 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A6. (243 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1995 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Acura NSX | 2006 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Acura | Audi |
| Model | NSX | A6 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3178 cc | 3130 cc |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 343 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 243 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2850 mm |
