2005 Acura NSX vs. 1962 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 2005 Acura NSX is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,389 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura NSX (252 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1962 Cadillac Eldorado. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1962 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 678 kg more than 2005 Acura 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. Let's talk about torque, 1962 Cadillac Eldorado (582 Nm) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura NSX. (285 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Acura NSX | 1962 Cadillac Eldorado | |
Make | Acura | Cadillac |
Model | NSX | Eldorado |
Year Released | 2005 | 1962 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 6389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 582 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 98.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 2130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3300 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |