2006 Buick Rainier vs. 1962 Honda S500
To start off, 2006 Buick Rainier 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 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Rainier (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1962 Honda S500. (38 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1962 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Rainier weights approximately 870 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 Buick Rainier 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 Buick Rainier 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 Buick Rainier (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Honda S500. (39 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Honda S500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Rainier | 1962 Honda S500 | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | Rainier | S500 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1962 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 40 L |
