1970 Honda S600 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Honda S600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Honda S600 would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1970 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 845 kg more than 1970 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Honda S600 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | S600 | E |
Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 791 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 65 L |