2006 BMW 325 vs. 1966 Honda S600

To start off, 2006 BMW 325 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Honda S600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Honda S600 would be higher. At 2,501 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1966 Honda S600. (56 HP @ 8500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1966 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 325 weights approximately 790 kg more than 1966 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, 2006 BMW 325 (238 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Honda S600. (52 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Honda S600.

Compare all specifications:

2006 BMW 325 1966 Honda S600
Make BMW Honda
Model 325 S600
Year Released 2006 1966
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2501 cc 606 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 184 HP 56 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 8500 RPM
Torque 238 Nm 52 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 5500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.1 mm 54.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 74.9 mm 65 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1495 kg 705 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 3350 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