2007 Honda NSX vs. 2011 Audi R8
To start off, 2011 Audi R8 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda NSX would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2007 Honda NSX. (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda NSX.
Because 2011 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi R8 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, 2011 Audi R8 (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda NSX. (299 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2011 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda NSX | 2011 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Honda | Audi |
| Model | NSX | R8 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1245 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
