2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 1965 Honda S600
To start off, 2006 Cadillac CTS is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Honda S600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Honda S600 would be higher. At 2,801 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac CTS (210 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1965 Honda S600. (56 HP @ 8500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1965 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 913 kg more than 1965 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 Cadillac CTS (263 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Honda S600. (52 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac CTS | 1965 Honda S600 | |
Make | Cadillac | Honda |
Model | CTS | S600 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2801 cc | 606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 263 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 221 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1618 kg | 705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 35 L |