2001 Ferrari Maranello vs. 1968 Honda S600
To start off, 2001 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Honda S600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Honda S600 would be higher. At 5,473 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ferrari Maranello (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 408 more horse power than 1968 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1968 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 920 kg more than 1968 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, 2001 Ferrari Maranello (568 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 502 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2001 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ferrari Maranello | 1968 Honda S600 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | Maranello | S600 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5473 cc | 791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 478 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 568 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 35 L |
