1967 Honda S800 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz B is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Honda S800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Honda S800 would be higher. At 1,699 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz B (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1967 Honda S800. (67 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz B should accelerate faster than 1967 Honda S800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz B weights approximately 600 kg more than 1967 Honda S800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Honda S800 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Honda S800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz B, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz B (155 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Honda S800. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Honda S800 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz B | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | S800 | B |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 791 cc | 1699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 151 km/hour | 184 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 54 L |
