2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1964 Honda S600
To start off, 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 41 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 4,280 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (379 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 1964 Honda S600. (54 HP @ 8500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1964 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 840 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.
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2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1964 Honda S600 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Honda |
Model | V8 Vantage | S600 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4280 cc | 606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 379 HP | 54 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Top Speed | 275 km/hour | 142 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 25 L |