1969 Honda S600 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 38 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 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL (616 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 546 more horse power than 1969 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1969 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 1225 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL (500 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 434 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Honda S600. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL has automatic transmission and 1969 Honda S600 has manual transmission. 1969 Honda S600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Honda S600 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | S600 | SL |
Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 791 cc | 5980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 616 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 151 km/hour | 295 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 90 L |