1962 Honda S500 vs. 2006 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2006 Toyota Camry is newer by 44 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 2,360 cc, 2006 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Camry (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1962 Honda S500. (38 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1962 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Camry weights approximately 764 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.
Because 1962 Honda S500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 Honda S500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Camry, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Toyota Camry (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Honda S500. (39 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Honda S500.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Honda S500 | 2006 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | S500 | Camry |
Year Released | 1962 | 2006 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 492 cc | 2360 cc |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1444 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |