1964 Honda S600 vs. 1969 Plymouth Barracuda
To start off, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Honda S600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Honda S600 would be higher. At 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Plymouth Barracuda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda (238 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1964 Honda S600. (54 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda should accelerate faster than 1964 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Plymouth Barracuda weights approximately 735 kg more than 1964 Honda S600. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Honda S600 | 1969 Plymouth Barracuda | |
| Make | Honda | Plymouth |
| Model | S600 | Barracuda |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 606 cc | 5562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2760 mm |
