1962 Honda S500 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 46 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 2,985 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK (221 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1962 Honda S500. (38 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1962 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 1050 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.
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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK (510 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 471 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Honda S500. (39 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Honda S500.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Honda S500 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | S500 | CLK |
Year Released | 1962 | 2008 |
Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 492 cc | 2985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 62 L |