1999 Audi S8 vs. 1999 Honda NSX
To start off, both 1999 Audi S8 and 1999 Honda NSX were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,170 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1999 Audi S8. (247 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi S8 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1999 Honda NSX.
Because 1999 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Audi S8 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, 1999 Audi S8 (330 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda NSX. (304 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 1999 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda NSX. 1999 Audi S8 has automatic transmission and 1999 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 1999 Honda NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Audi S8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi S8 | 1999 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | S8 | NSX |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4170 cc | 3177 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 274 km/hour |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
