1961 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1965 Honda S600
To start off, 1965 Honda S600 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Cadillac DeVille (208 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1965 Honda S600. (56 HP @ 8500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1965 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 1380 kg more than 1965 Honda S600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac DeVille | 1965 Honda S600 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | DeVille | S600 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2085 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 35 L |
