1998 Acura NSX vs. 2013 Audi A8
To start off, 2013 Audi A8 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Acura NSX would be higher. At 6,299 cc (3 cylinders), 2013 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A8 (367 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1998 Acura NSX. (291 HP @ 7100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1998 Acura NSX.
Because 2013 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Acura NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Audi A8 (445 Nm) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Acura NSX. (304 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Acura NSX | 2013 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Acura | Audi |
| Model | NSX | A8 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 6299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 367 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 445 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 268 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5137 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2111 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2992 mm |
