1964 Honda S600 vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 40 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 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (477 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 423 more horse power than 1964 Honda S600. (54 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1964 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 650 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 | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | S600 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 606 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 477 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 76 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 64 L |
