2009 Cadillac SRX vs. 1964 Honda S500
To start off, 2009 Cadillac SRX is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Honda S500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Honda S500 would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac SRX (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1964 Honda S500. (38 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1964 Honda S500.
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, 2009 Cadillac SRX (254 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Honda S500. (39 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Honda S500. 2009 Cadillac SRX has automatic transmission and 1964 Honda S500 has manual transmission. 1964 Honda S500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Cadillac SRX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac SRX | 1964 Honda S500 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | SRX | S500 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1964 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 254 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1440 mm |
