1970 Honda S600 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 37 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 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 312 more horse power than 1970 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda S600.
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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 464 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda S600. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 1970 Honda S600 has manual transmission. 1970 Honda S600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Honda S600 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | S600 | E |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 791 cc | 5461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 98.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 80 L |
