1961 Cadillac 62 vs. 1963 Honda S500
To start off, 1963 Honda S500 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,389 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Cadillac 62 (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1963 Honda S500. (43 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1963 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 1414 kg more than 1963 Honda S500. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac 62 | 1963 Honda S500 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | 62 | S500 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6389 cc | 531 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2140 kg | 726 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 40 L |
