1969 Honda S800 vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Honda S800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Honda S800 would be higher. At 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C (215 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1969 Honda S800. (67 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1969 Honda S800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 895 kg more than 1969 Honda S800. 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C (315 Nm) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Honda S800. (66 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Honda S800 | 2004 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | S800 | C |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 789 cc | 3197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 244 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 62 L |
