1970 Cadillac Sixty vs. 1998 Honda NSX
To start off, 1998 Honda NSX is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Cadillac Sixty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Cadillac Sixty would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Cadillac Sixty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1970 Cadillac Sixty. (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1970 Cadillac Sixty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Cadillac Sixty weights approximately 806 kg more than 1998 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:
| 1970 Cadillac Sixty | 1998 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | Sixty | NSX |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2196 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5810 mm | 4410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3390 mm | 2540 mm |
