2007 Audi S4 vs. 1968 Honda S600
To start off, 2007 Audi S4 is newer by 39 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1968 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1968 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi S4 weights approximately 805 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 2007 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Honda S600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi S4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S4 | 1968 Honda S600 | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | S4 | S600 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 35 L |
