1969 Honda S600 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC is newer by 40 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1969 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC should accelerate faster than 1969 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC weights approximately 2105 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC (351 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Honda S600. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC 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. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Honda S600 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | S600 | CLC |
Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 791 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 151 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 2830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 62 L |