2008 Audi R8 vs. 1997 Honda NSX

To start off, 2008 Audi R8 is newer by 11 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi R8 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1997 Honda NSX. (290 HP @ 7100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi R8 weights approximately 62 kg more than 1997 Honda NSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 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 (431 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda NSX. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda NSX.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Audi R8 1997 Honda NSX
Make Audi Honda
Model R8 NSX
Year Released 2008 1997
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Middle Middle
Engine Size 4163 cc 3179 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 414 HP 290 HP
Engine RPM 7800 RPM 7100 RPM
Torque 431 Nm 304 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 5500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.5 mm 93 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 78 mm
Top Speed 301 km/hour 270 km/hour
Drive Type AWD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1560 kg 1498 kg
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 4430 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1260 mm 1180 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2540 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 70 L


 

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