1964 Cadillac Sixty vs. 2002 Honda NSX
To start off, 2002 Honda NSX is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Cadillac Sixty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Cadillac Sixty would be higher. At 7,027 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Cadillac Sixty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda NSX (286 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1964 Cadillac Sixty. (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1964 Cadillac Sixty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Cadillac Sixty weights approximately 710 kg more than 2002 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 Sixty | 2002 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | Sixty | NSX |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7027 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 70 L |
