1968 Honda S600 vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2003 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Honda S600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Honda S600 would be higher. At 2,685 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz E (176 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1968 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1968 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 1105 kg more than 1968 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, 2003 Mercedes-Benz E (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Honda S600 | 2003 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | S600 | E |
Year Released | 1968 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 791 cc | 2685 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 70 L |