2007 Honda Civic vs. 1974 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 4,520 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mercedes-Benz S (223 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (114 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Mercedes-Benz S (378 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (148 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1974 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Civic | 1974 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Civic | S |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 4520 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 378 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2870 mm |
