2003 Audi A6 vs. 1991 Honda NSX
To start off, 2003 Audi A6 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Honda NSX would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Honda NSX (281 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2003 Audi A6. (226 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2003 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A6 weights approximately 292 kg more than 1991 Honda NSX.
Because 2003 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Audi A6 (310 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda NSX. (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A6 | 1991 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A6 | NSX |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
