1962 Honda S500 vs. 2012 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2012 Toyota Camry is newer by 50 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Camry (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1962 Honda S500. (38 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1962 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Camry weights approximately 790 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, 2012 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, 2012 Toyota Camry (230 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Honda S500. (39 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Honda S500. 2012 Toyota Camry 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. 2012 Toyota Camry will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Honda S500 | 2012 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | S500 | Camry |
Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 492 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4806 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 64 L |