2000 BMW 323 vs. 1967 Honda S600
To start off, 2000 BMW 323 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Honda S600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Honda S600 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 323 (168 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1967 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1967 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 323 weights approximately 705 kg more than 1967 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, 2000 BMW 323 (245 Nm) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Honda S600. (66 Nm). This means 2000 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Honda S600. 2000 BMW 323 has automatic transmission and 1967 Honda S600 has manual transmission. 1967 Honda S600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 BMW 323 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 323 | 1967 Honda S600 | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 323 | S600 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 35 L |
