1969 Honda S600 vs. 2004 Lotus Esprit

To start off, 2004 Lotus Esprit is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Honda S600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Honda S600 would be higher. At 3,507 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lotus Esprit (350 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1969 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1969 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 655 kg more than 1969 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, 2004 Lotus Esprit (400 Nm) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Honda S600. (66 Nm). This means 2004 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Honda S600.

Compare all specifications:

1969 Honda S600 2004 Lotus Esprit
Make Honda Lotus
Model S600 Esprit
Year Released 1969 2004
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 791 cc 3507 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 70 HP 350 HP
Engine RPM 8000 RPM 7800 RPM
Torque 66 Nm 400 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.2:1 8.0:1
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 725 kg 1380 kg
Vehicle Length 3340 mm 4380 mm
Vehicle Width 1410 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 1230 mm 1160 mm
Wheelbase Size 2010 mm 2430 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 35 L 70 L


 

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