2006 Chrysler 300 vs. 1990 Honda NSX
To start off, 2006 Chrysler 300 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda NSX would be higher. At 5,652 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler 300 (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1990 Honda NSX. (252 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1990 Honda NSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Honda NSX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler 300, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Chrysler 300 (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda NSX. (285 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler 300 | 1990 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Chrysler | Honda |
| Model | 300 | NSX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5652 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
