1995 Acura NSX vs. 2011 Audi A8
To start off, 2011 Audi A8 is newer by 16 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 4,134 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura NSX (420 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2011 Audi A8. (345 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi A8.
Because 2011 Audi A8 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, 2011 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, 2011 Audi A8 (800 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Acura NSX. (414 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Acura NSX | 2011 Audi A8 | |
Make | Acura | Audi |
Model | NSX | A8 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3178 cc | 4134 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 800 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5136 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1948 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2992 mm |