1964 Honda S500 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz B is newer by 47 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz B (108 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1964 Honda S500. (38 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz B should accelerate faster than 1964 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz B weights approximately 760 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz B, 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz B (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Honda S500. (39 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Honda S500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Honda S500 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz B | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | S500 | B |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 491 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 54 L |
