1991 Acura NSX vs. 1959 Cadillac 62
To start off, 1991 Acura NSX is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Acura NSX (271 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 755 kg more than 1991 Acura NSX.
1959 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 1991 Acura NSX has manual transmission. 1991 Acura NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1959 Cadillac 62 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Acura NSX | 1959 Cadillac 62 | |
| Make | Acura | Cadillac |
| Model | NSX | 62 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 6382 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 2125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3310 mm |
