1978 Buick Electra vs. 1964 Honda S600
To start off, 1978 Buick Electra is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Honda S600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Honda S600 would be higher. At 5,730 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Buick Electra (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1964 Honda S600. (54 HP @ 8500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1964 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Electra weights approximately 1055 kg more than 1964 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. 1978 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1964 Honda S600 has manual transmission. 1964 Honda S600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Buick Electra | 1964 Honda S600 | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | Electra | S600 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5730 cc | 606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 65 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2010 mm |
