1999 GMC Sierra vs. 1963 Honda S500
To start off, 1999 GMC Sierra is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Honda S500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Honda S500 would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 GMC Sierra (197 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1963 Honda S500. (43 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1963 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1049 kg more than 1963 Honda S500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Honda S500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 GMC Sierra will offer significantly more control. 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 GMC Sierra (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Honda S500. (45 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Honda S500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 GMC Sierra | 1963 Honda S500 | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Sierra | S500 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 531 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 726 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2010 mm |
