1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 1999 Honda Z
To start off, 1999 Honda Z 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 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac 62 (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1999 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 1165 kg more than 1999 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac 62 | 1999 Honda Z | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | 62 | Z |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 35 L |
