1964 Honda S500 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 44 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1964 Honda S500. (38 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1964 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 604 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.
Because 1964 Honda S500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1964 Honda S500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Golf, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Volkswagen Golf (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Honda S500. (39 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Honda S500.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Honda S500 | 2008 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | S500 | Golf |
Year Released | 1964 | 2008 |
Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 491 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1284 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |