1963 Honda S500 vs. 2009 Lexus RX
To start off, 2009 Lexus RX is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Honda S500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Honda S500 would be higher. At 3,311 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Lexus RX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus RX (268 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1963 Honda S500. (43 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 1963 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus RX weights approximately 1389 kg more than 1963 Honda S500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Lexus RX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Honda S500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Lexus RX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Lexus RX (840 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 795 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Honda S500. (45 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Honda S500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Honda S500 | 2009 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Honda | Lexus |
| Model | S500 | RX |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 531 cc | 3311 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 840 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 65 L |
