1967 Honda S600 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 46 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 4,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL (423 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 353 more horse power than 1967 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1967 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1395 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.
Because 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Honda S600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL (700 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 634 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Honda S600 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | S600 | CL |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 791 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 423 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 2120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 5095 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 2130 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1419 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2955 mm |
