2000 Audi A6 vs. 1965 Honda S600
To start off, 2000 Audi A6 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Honda S600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Honda S600 would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A6 (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1965 Honda S600. (56 HP @ 8500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1965 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A6 weights approximately 845 kg more than 1965 Honda S600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Honda S600 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 1965 Honda S600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi A6, 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, 2000 Audi A6 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Honda S600. (52 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Audi A6 | 1965 Honda S600 | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | A6 | S600 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2010 mm |