1999 Audi R8R vs. 1988 Honda NSX
To start off, 1999 Audi R8R is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi R8R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda NSX (251 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1999 Audi R8R. (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi R8R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda NSX weights approximately 1214 kg more than 1999 Audi R8R. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Audi R8R (330 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda NSX. (288 Nm). This means 1999 Audi R8R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda NSX. 1999 Audi R8R has automatic transmission and 1988 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 1988 Honda NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Audi R8R will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi R8R | 1988 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | R8R | NSX |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3898 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 288 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1216 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1180 mm |
