1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 2001 Honda S2000
To start off, 2001 Honda S2000 is newer by 42 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, 2001 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 860 kg more than 2001 Honda S2000.
1959 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 2001 Honda S2000 has manual transmission. 2001 Honda S2000 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 | 2001 Honda S2000 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | 62 | S2000 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 8600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 58 L |
