2005 Acura NSX vs. 1999 Audi R8R
To start off, 2005 Acura NSX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Audi R8R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Audi R8R would be higher. At 3,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi R8R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura NSX (286 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1999 Audi R8R. (247 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi R8R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura NSX weights approximately 1448 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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura NSX. (305 Nm). This means 1999 Audi R8R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura NSX. 1999 Audi R8R has automatic transmission and 2005 Acura NSX has manual transmission. 2005 Acura 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:
| 2005 Acura NSX | 1999 Audi R8R | |
| Make | Acura | Audi |
| Model | NSX | R8R |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 1 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1090 mm |
