1993 Honda NSX vs. 2011 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2011 Chrysler 300 is newer by 18 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chrysler 300 (363 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1993 Honda NSX. (280 HP @ 7300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 567 kg more than 1993 Honda NSX. 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, 2011 Chrysler 300 (534 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda NSX. (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2011 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda NSX. 2011 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 1993 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 1993 Honda NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Honda NSX | 2011 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | Honda | Chrysler |
Model | NSX | 300 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 363 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 534 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1937 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5044 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1486 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3053 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |