1995 Acura NSX vs. 2008 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2008 Chrysler 300 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Acura NSX would be higher. At 3,178 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura NSX (420 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler 300. (215 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 413 kg more than 1995 Acura 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, 2008 Chrysler 300 (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Acura NSX. (414 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Acura NSX | 2008 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | Acura | Chrysler |
Model | NSX | 300 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3178 cc | 2986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 1910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3060 mm |