1965 Honda S600 vs. 1971 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1971 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Honda S600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Honda S600 would be higher. At 4,091 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Pontiac Firebird (173 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1965 Honda S600. (56 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1965 Honda S600.
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:
| 1965 Honda S600 | 1971 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Honda | Pontiac |
| Model | S600 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 606 cc | 4091 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2750 mm |
