1967 Honda S600 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Honda S600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Honda S600 would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (349 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1967 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1967 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 910 kg more than 1967 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (450 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Honda S600. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 1967 Honda S600 has manual transmission. 1967 Honda S600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Honda S600 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | S600 | C |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 791 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 349 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 62 L |
