2008 Audi RS6 vs. 1967 Honda S600
To start off, 2008 Audi RS6 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Honda S600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Honda S600 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 374 more horse power than 1967 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 1967 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi RS6 weights approximately 1230 kg more than 1967 Honda S600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi RS6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Honda S600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi RS6 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, 2008 Audi RS6 (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 494 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Honda S600. 2008 Audi RS6 has automatic transmission and 1967 Honda S600 has manual transmission. 1967 Honda S600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Audi RS6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi RS6 | 1967 Honda S600 | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | RS6 | S600 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 35 L |
