1968 Honda S600 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 41 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 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1968 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1968 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 2107 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (540 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 474 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Honda S600. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 1968 Honda S600 has manual transmission. 1968 Honda S600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Honda S600 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | S600 | E |
Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 791 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 17.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 2832 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 80 L |