1965 Honda S600 vs. 2007 Lexus LS
To start off, 2007 Lexus LS is newer by 42 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 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus LS (277 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1965 Honda S600. (56 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1965 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus LS weights approximately 1200 kg more than 1965 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. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Lexus LS (417 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Honda S600. (52 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Honda S600. 2007 Lexus LS has automatic transmission and 1965 Honda S600 has manual transmission. 1965 Honda S600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Honda S600 | 2007 Lexus LS | |
Make | Honda | Lexus |
Model | S600 | LS |
Year Released | 1965 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 606 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 277 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 52 Nm | 417 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1905 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2930 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 84 L |