2000 Audi A8 vs. 2008 Honda NSX
To start off, 2008 Honda NSX is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi A8 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A8 (330 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2008 Honda NSX. (252 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A8 weights approximately 325 kg more than 2008 Honda NSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2008 Honda NSX (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A8. (225 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 2008 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A8 | NSX |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 260 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
