2006 Audi S6 vs. 1997 Honda NSX
To start off, 2006 Audi S6 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda NSX would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi S6 (420 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1997 Honda NSX. (280 HP @ 7300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda NSX.
Because 2006 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi S6 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, 2006 Audi S6 (732 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 438 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda NSX. (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2006 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda NSX. 2006 Audi S6 has automatic transmission and 1997 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 1997 Honda NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Audi S6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi S6 | 1997 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | S6 | NSX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 732 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
