1968 Honda S600 vs. 2013 Acura TL
To start off, 2013 Acura TL is newer by 45 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Acura TL (305 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1968 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1968 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Acura TL weights approximately 1075 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.
Because 2013 Acura TL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Honda S600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Acura TL will offer significantly more control. 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 Acura TL (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2013 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Honda S600 | 2013 Acura TL | |
| Make | Honda | Acura |
| Model | S600 | TL |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 791 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4928 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 2118 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1452 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 70 L |
