2008 Audi R8 vs. 1993 Honda NSX
To start off, 2008 Audi R8 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda NSX would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1993 Honda NSX. (280 HP @ 7300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda NSX weights approximately 210 kg more than 2008 Audi R8.
Because 2008 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Audi R8 (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda NSX. (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2008 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi R8 | 1993 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | R8 | NSX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
