2006 BMW Z4 vs. 1970 Honda S600
To start off, 2006 BMW Z4 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Honda S600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Honda S600 would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW Z4 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1970 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW Z4 weights approximately 1110 kg more than 1970 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 Z4 (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW Z4 | 1970 Honda S600 | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | Z4 | S600 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 35 L |