2007 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1965 Honda S600
To start off, 2007 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 42 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 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 347 more horse power than 1965 Honda S600. (56 HP @ 8500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1965 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1904 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.
Because 2007 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Honda S600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac Escalade 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 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 513 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Honda S600. (52 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Honda S600. 2007 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 1965 Honda S600 has manual transmission. 1965 Honda S600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac Escalade | 1965 Honda S600 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | Escalade | S600 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6199 cc | 606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.4 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2609 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 35 L |
