1995 Acura NSX vs. 2010 Audi A5
To start off, 2010 Audi A5 is newer by 15 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 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura NSX (271 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2010 Audi A5. (261 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A5 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1995 Acura NSX.
Because 2010 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Acura NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A5 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, 2010 Audi A5 (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Acura NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Acura NSX | 2010 Audi A5 | |
Make | Acura | Audi |
Model | NSX | A5 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4623 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1382 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2751 mm |