1995 Audi A8 vs. 2005 Honda NSX
To start off, 2005 Honda NSX is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Audi A8 would be higher. At 3,695 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda NSX (240 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1995 Audi A8. (227 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1995 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Audi A8 weights approximately 215 kg more than 2005 Honda NSX.
Because 1995 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Audi A8 (315 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda NSX. (287 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 1995 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Audi A8 | 2005 Honda NSX | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | A8 | NSX |
Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3695 cc | 2977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 287 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2540 mm |