1995 Acura NSX vs. 2007 Audi A8
To start off, 2007 Audi A8 is newer by 12 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A8 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1995 Acura NSX. (271 HP @ 7300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1995 Acura NSX.
Because 2007 Audi A8 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, 2007 Audi A8 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, 2007 Audi A8 (441 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Acura NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Acura NSX. 2007 Audi A8 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. 2007 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Acura NSX | 2007 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Acura | Audi |
| Model | NSX | A8 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3080 mm |
