1962 Honda S500 vs. 2000 Lexus GS
To start off, 2000 Lexus GS is newer by 38 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 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lexus GS (277 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1962 Honda S500. (38 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1962 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lexus GS weights approximately 1065 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, 2000 Lexus GS (417 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Honda S500. (39 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2000 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Honda S500. 2000 Lexus GS has automatic transmission and 1962 Honda S500 has manual transmission. 1962 Honda S500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Honda S500 | 2000 Lexus GS | |
Make | Honda | Lexus |
Model | S500 | GS |
Year Released | 1962 | 2000 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 492 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 277 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 417 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 75 L |