2006 Audi TT vs. 1997 Honda NSX
To start off, 2006 Audi TT 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 3,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2006 Audi TT. (250 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi TT weights approximately 185 kg more than 1997 Honda NSX.
Because 2006 Audi TT 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 TT 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 TT (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda NSX. (311 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi TT | 1997 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | TT | NSX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3194 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 60 L |
