1995 Acura NSX vs. 2010 Audi S6

To start off, 2010 Audi S6 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 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi S6 (435 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1995 Acura NSX. (271 HP @ 7300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1995 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi S6 weights approximately 665 kg more than 1995 Acura NSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2010 Audi S6 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 S6 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 S6 (539 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Acura NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2010 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Acura NSX. 2010 Audi S6 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. 2010 Audi S6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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1995 Acura NSX 2010 Audi S6
Make Acura Audi
Model NSX S6
Year Released 1995 2010
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 2977 cc 5200 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 10 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 271 HP 435 HP
Engine RPM 7300 RPM 6800 RPM
Torque 284 Nm 539 Nm
Torque RPM 5400 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1370 kg 2035 kg
Vehicle Length 4420 mm 4915 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1864 mm
Vehicle Height 1180 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2540 mm 2847 mm