1962 Honda S500 vs. 1972 Datsun 240Z
To start off, 1972 Datsun 240Z is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Honda S500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Honda S500 would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Datsun 240Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Datsun 240Z (151 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1962 Honda S500. (38 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Datsun 240Z should accelerate faster than 1962 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Datsun 240Z weights approximately 388 kg more than 1962 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. Let's talk about torque, 1972 Datsun 240Z (198 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Honda S500. (39 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1972 Datsun 240Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Honda S500.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Honda S500 | 1972 Datsun 240Z | |
Make | Honda | Datsun |
Model | S500 | 240Z |
Year Released | 1962 | 1972 |
Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 492 cc | 2393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 151 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1068 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2300 mm |