1961 Cadillac Sixty vs. 1999 Honda S-MX
To start off, 1999 Honda S-MX is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Cadillac Sixty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Cadillac Sixty would be higher. At 6,388 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac Sixty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Cadillac Sixty (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1999 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Cadillac Sixty should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac Sixty weights approximately 835 kg more than 1999 Honda S-MX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Cadillac Sixty. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1961 Cadillac Sixty (582 Nm) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac Sixty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac Sixty | 1999 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | Sixty | S-MX |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 1972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2165 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2510 mm |
