2009 Chrysler 300 vs. 1999 Italdesign Nazca
To start off, 2009 Chrysler 300 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Italdesign Nazca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Italdesign Nazca would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Italdesign Nazca (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler 300. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 773 kg more than 1999 Italdesign Nazca.
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, 1999 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler 300. (340 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chrysler 300 | 1999 Italdesign Nazca | |
Make | Chrysler | Italdesign |
Model | 300 | Nazca |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3518 cc | 4988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 470 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4100 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 | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2610 mm |