1959 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 1998 Honda S-MX
To start off, 1998 Honda S-MX is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood would be higher. At 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood (325 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1998 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood weights approximately 1240 kg more than 1998 Honda S-MX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda S-MX will offer significantly more control. 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 Fleetwood (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda S-MX. 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood has automatic transmission and 1998 Honda S-MX has manual transmission. 1998 Honda S-MX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood | 1998 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | Fleetwood | S-MX |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2572 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6160 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3810 mm | 2510 mm |
