1969 Honda S800 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 37 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 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1969 Honda S800. (67 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1969 Honda S800.
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 Mercedes-Benz S (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Honda S800. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Honda S800. 2006 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 1969 Honda S800 has manual transmission. 1969 Honda S800 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Honda S800 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | S800 | S |
Year Released | 1969 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 789 cc | 4966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 88 L |