2007 Dodge Charger vs. 1969 Honda S600
To start off, 2007 Dodge Charger is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Honda S600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Honda S600 would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Charger (251 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1969 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1969 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Charger weights approximately 1618 kg more than 1969 Honda S600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Dodge Charger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Honda S600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Charger 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 Dodge Charger (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Honda S600. 2007 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 1969 Honda S600 has manual transmission. 1969 Honda S600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Charger | 1969 Honda S600 | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Charger | S600 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 35 L |
