1974 Honda Life vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Honda Life would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S (613 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 584 more horse power than 1974 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1785 kg more than 1974 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Mercedes-Benz S is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Mercedes-Benz S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Honda Life, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S (1,001 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 973 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Honda Life | 2013 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Life | S |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 613 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 28 Nm | 1001 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 50.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 2275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 2120 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1488 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 3165 mm |
