1995 Acura NSX vs. 2007 Audi S4
To start off, 2007 Audi S4 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 S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura NSX (420 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2007 Audi S4. (339 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi S4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi S4 weights approximately 238 kg more than 1995 Acura NSX.
Because 2007 Audi S4 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 S4 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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi S4. (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Acura NSX | 2007 Audi S4 | |
| Make | Acura | Audi |
| Model | NSX | S4 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3178 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 339 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2660 mm |
