2009 BMW 750 vs. 1965 Honda S600
To start off, 2009 BMW 750 is newer by 44 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 750 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 1965 Honda S600. (56 HP @ 8500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1965 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 750 weights approximately 1245 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, 2009 BMW 750 (491 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 439 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Honda S600. (52 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Honda S600. 2009 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 1965 Honda S600 has manual transmission. 1965 Honda S600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 750 | 1965 Honda S600 | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 750 | S600 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 491 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 54.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 65 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 35 L |