1964 Honda S500 vs. 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora
To start off, 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Honda S500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Honda S500 would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora (251 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1964 Honda S500. (38 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora should accelerate faster than 1964 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1964 Honda S500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 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 1964 Honda S500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora, 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, 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Honda S500. (39 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Honda S500. 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora has automatic transmission and 1964 Honda S500 has manual transmission. 1964 Honda S500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Honda S500 | 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora | |
| Make | Honda | Oldsmobile |
| Model | S500 | Aurora |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 491 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |
