2006 Ford E-150 vs. 1968 Honda S600
To start off, 2006 Ford E-150 is newer by 38 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1968 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1968 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford E-150 weights approximately 991 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.
Because 1968 Honda S600 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Honda S600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-150, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford E-150 | 1968 Honda S600 | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | E-150 | S600 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 60 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 35 L |