1969 Honda S600 vs. 2006 Maybach 57

To start off, 2006 Maybach 57 is newer by 37 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 5,982 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maybach 57 (605 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 535 more horse power than 1969 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1969 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maybach 57 weights approximately 2010 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, 2006 Maybach 57 (1,001 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 935 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2006 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Honda S600.

Compare all specifications:

1969 Honda S600 2006 Maybach 57
Make Honda Maybach
Model S600 57
Year Released 1969 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 791 cc 5982 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 70 HP 605 HP
Engine RPM 8000 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 66 Nm 1001 Nm
Torque RPM 6000 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 151 km/hour 275 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 725 kg 2735 kg
Vehicle Length 3340 mm 5730 mm
Vehicle Width 1410 mm 1990 mm
Vehicle Height 1230 mm 1570 mm
Wheelbase Size 2010 mm 3400 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 35 L 110 L


 

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