2006 Ford Five Hundred vs. 1968 Honda S600
To start off, 2006 Ford Five Hundred 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Five Hundred (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1968 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1968 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 2131 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 Five Hundred, 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 Five Hundred (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Honda S600. 2006 Ford Five Hundred has automatic transmission and 1968 Honda S600 has manual transmission. 1968 Honda S600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Ford Five Hundred will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Five Hundred | 1968 Honda S600 | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Five Hundred | S600 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 35 L |