1970 Chrysler Centura vs. 2008 Honda NSX
To start off, 2008 Honda NSX is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chrysler Centura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chrysler Centura would be higher. At 3,533 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Chrysler Centura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda NSX (252 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1970 Chrysler Centura. (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1970 Chrysler Centura. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda NSX weights approximately 340 kg more than 1970 Chrysler Centura. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1970 Chrysler Centura (320 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 1970 Chrysler Centura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chrysler Centura | 2008 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Chrysler | Honda |
| Model | Centura | NSX |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3533 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2540 mm |
