1967 Honda S600 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (237 HP) has 167 more horse power than 1967 Honda S600. (70 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1967 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 747 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (617 Nm) has 551 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Honda S600. (66 Nm). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz E 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 E | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | S600 | E |
Year Released | 1967 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 791 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 237 HP |
Torque | 66 Nm | 617 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 16.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1472 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4868 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 2071 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2874 mm |