2009 Chrysler 300 vs. 1995 Honda NSX
To start off, 2009 Chrysler 300 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda NSX would be higher. At 6,059 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler 300 (425 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1995 Honda NSX. (420 HP @ 8250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 376 kg more than 1995 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, 2009 Chrysler 300 (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda NSX. (414 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chrysler 300 | 1995 Honda NSX | |
Make | Chrysler | Honda |
Model | 300 | NSX |
Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 6059 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 425 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 8250 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 414 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1873 kg | 1497 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2540 mm |