1968 Honda S600 vs. 2007 SSC Ultimate Aero
To start off, 2007 SSC Ultimate Aero is newer by 39 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 6,350 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 SSC Ultimate Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SSC Ultimate Aero (1,183 HP @ 6950 RPM) has 1113 more horse power than 1968 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SSC Ultimate Aero should accelerate faster than 1968 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SSC Ultimate Aero weights approximately 525 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, 2007 SSC Ultimate Aero (1,483 Nm @ 6150 RPM) has 1417 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2007 SSC Ultimate Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Honda S600 | 2007 SSC Ultimate Aero | |
Make | Honda | SSC |
Model | S600 | Ultimate Aero |
Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 791 cc | 6350 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 1183 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6950 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 1483 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1090 mm |