1996 Acura NSX vs. 2005 Audi TT
To start off, 2005 Audi TT is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Acura NSX would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Acura NSX (271 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2005 Audi TT. (222 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi TT weights approximately 180 kg more than 1996 Acura NSX.
Because 2005 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Acura NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi TT 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, 1996 Acura NSX (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi TT. (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1996 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Acura NSX | 2005 Audi TT | |
| Make | Acura | Audi |
| Model | NSX | TT |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 275 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2440 mm |
