1968 Honda S800 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Honda S800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Honda S800 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (257 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1968 Honda S800. (67 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1968 Honda S800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 1121 kg more than 1968 Honda S800. 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (560 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 494 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Honda S800. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Honda S800. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 1968 Honda S800 has manual transmission. 1968 Honda S800 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Honda S800 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | S800 | E |
Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 791 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 257 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 80 L |