1969 Honda S600 vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 5,439 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL (494 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 424 more horse power than 1969 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1969 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1304 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL (800 Nm) has 734 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Honda S600. (66 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Honda S600 | 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | S600 | CL |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 791 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 494 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 2029 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 88 L |
