2008 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1965 Honda S600
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 43 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 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 374 more horse power than 1965 Honda S600. (56 HP @ 8500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1965 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 556 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.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 523 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Honda S600. (52 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Corvette | 1965 Honda S600 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Corvette | S600 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6162 cc | 606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 430 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 575 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 35 L |