1962 Cadillac 62 vs. 2003 Honda NSX
To start off, 2003 Honda NSX is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,388 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda NSX (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1962 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1962 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 625 kg more than 2003 Honda NSX.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1962 Cadillac 62 (582 Nm) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda NSX. (287 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Cadillac 62 | 2003 Honda NSX | |
Make | Cadillac | Honda |
Model | 62 | NSX |
Year Released | 1962 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 6388 cc | 2975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 249 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 582 Nm | 287 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |