1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 1990 Honda NSX
To start off, 1990 Honda NSX is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda NSX (270 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 760 kg more than 1990 Honda NSX.
1959 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 1990 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 1990 Honda NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1959 Cadillac 62 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac 62 | 1990 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | 62 | NSX |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 2976 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 70 L |
