2006 Audi S4 vs. 1992 Honda NSX
To start off, 2006 Audi S4 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Honda NSX would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1992 Honda NSX. (280 HP @ 7300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi S4 weights approximately 514 kg more than 1992 Honda NSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Honda NSX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi S4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda NSX. (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2006 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi S4 | 1992 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | S4 | NSX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
