2007 Honda S2000 vs. 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 2007 Honda S2000 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,328 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2007 Honda S2000. (237 HP @ 8300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda S2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1450 kg more than 2007 Honda S2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda S2000 | 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | S2000 | 600 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 6328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 95 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 6250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3910 mm |