1964 Honda S500 vs. 2013 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen CC is newer by 49 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen CC (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1964 Honda S500. (38 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 1964 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 843 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, 2013 Volkswagen CC, 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, 2013 Volkswagen CC (281 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Honda S500. (39 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Honda S500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Honda S500 | 2013 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | S500 | CC |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 491 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1523 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4799 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2711 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |
