1964 Honda S500 vs. 2008 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2008 Nissan Maxima is newer by 44 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 3,506 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Maxima (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1964 Honda S500. (38 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1964 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 397 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, 2008 Nissan Maxima, 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, 2008 Nissan Maxima (342 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Honda S500. (39 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Honda S500.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Honda S500 | 2008 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | S500 | Maxima |
Year Released | 1964 | 2008 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 491 cc | 3506 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 342 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1077 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 76 L |