1964 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2003 Honda NSX
To start off, 2003 Honda NSX is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 7,029 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda NSX (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1964 Cadillac Eldorado. (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1964 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 660 kg more than 2003 Honda NSX.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Cadillac Eldorado | 2003 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | Eldorado | NSX |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7029 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 249 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5690 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
