1969 Honda S600 vs. 2008 Pontiac G5
To start off, 2008 Pontiac G5 is newer by 39 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 2,401 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Pontiac G5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Pontiac G5 (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1969 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pontiac G5 should accelerate faster than 1969 Honda S600.
Because 1969 Honda S600 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Honda S600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Pontiac G5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Pontiac G5 (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2008 Pontiac G5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Honda S600 | 2008 Pontiac G5 | |
| Make | Honda | Pontiac |
| Model | S600 | G5 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 791 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 49 L |
