2007 Audi TT vs. 1998 Honda NSX
To start off, 2007 Audi TT is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2007 Audi TT. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda NSX weights approximately 110 kg more than 2007 Audi TT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 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 1998 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi TT, 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, 1998 Honda NSX (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi TT. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1998 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi TT | 1998 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | TT | NSX |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
