1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 1999 Honda NSX
To start off, 1999 Honda NSX is newer by 40 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 6,381 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac 62 (325 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1999 Honda NSX. (276 HP @ 7300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 758 kg more than 1999 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, 1959 Cadillac 62 (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda NSX. (304 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda NSX. 1959 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 1999 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 1999 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 | 1999 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | 62 | NSX |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6381 cc | 3177 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2218 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
