2006 Acura RL vs. 1962 Honda S500
To start off, 2006 Acura RL is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Honda S500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Honda S500 would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura RL (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1962 Honda S500. (38 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1962 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Acura RL weights approximately 898 kg more than 1962 Honda S500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Honda S500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Acura RL 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, 2006 Acura RL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Honda S500. (39 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2006 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Honda S500. 2006 Acura RL has automatic transmission and 1962 Honda S500 has manual transmission. 1962 Honda S500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Acura RL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura RL | 1962 Honda S500 | |
| Make | Acura | Honda |
| Model | RL | S500 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 40 L |
