1997 Acura NSX vs. 2005 Audi A6
To start off, 2005 Audi A6 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Acura NSX would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Acura NSX (272 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (250 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1997 Acura NSX.
Because 2005 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Acura NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 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, 2005 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Acura NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Acura NSX | 2005 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Acura | Audi |
| Model | NSX | A6 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2770 mm |
