1969 Honda S800 vs. 2008 SSC Ultimate Aero
To start off, 2008 SSC Ultimate Aero is newer by 39 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 6,350 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 SSC Ultimate Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SSC Ultimate Aero (1,183 HP @ 6950 RPM) has 1116 more horse power than 1969 Honda S800. (67 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SSC Ultimate Aero should accelerate faster than 1969 Honda S800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SSC Ultimate Aero weights approximately 540 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, 2008 SSC Ultimate Aero (1,483 Nm @ 6150 RPM) has 1417 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Honda S800. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2008 SSC Ultimate Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Honda S800 | 2008 SSC Ultimate Aero | |
| Make | Honda | SSC |
| Model | S800 | Ultimate Aero |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 789 cc | 6350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 1183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6950 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 1483 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 437 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1090 mm |
