1964 Honda S500 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 42 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 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1964 Honda S500. (38 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1964 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 1108 kg more than 1964 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (245 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Honda S500. (39 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Honda S500.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Honda S500 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | S500 | C |
Year Released | 1964 | 2006 |
Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 491 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1788 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 62 L |