1996 Honda NSX vs. 2011 Audi A6
To start off, 2011 Audi A6 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda NSX (280 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2011 Audi A6. (265 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A6 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1996 Honda NSX.
Because 1996 Honda NSX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 A6 (329 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda NSX. (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda NSX | 2011 Audi A6 | |
Make | Honda | Audi |
Model | NSX | A6 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 329 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4928 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1458 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2842 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |