1951 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 2008 Honda NSX
To start off, 2008 Honda NSX is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Chrysler New Yorker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Chrysler New Yorker would be higher. At 5,421 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Chrysler New Yorker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1951 Chrysler New Yorker. (180 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1951 Chrysler New Yorker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 459 kg more than 2008 Honda NSX.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1951 Chrysler New Yorker (423 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda NSX. (298 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 1951 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda NSX. 1951 Chrysler New Yorker has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 2008 Honda NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1951 Chrysler New Yorker will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Chrysler New Yorker | 2008 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Chrysler | Honda |
| Model | New Yorker | NSX |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5421 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 270 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1905 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3190 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
