2009 BMW Z4 vs. 1970 Honda S600
To start off, 2009 BMW Z4 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Honda S600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Honda S600 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW Z4 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1970 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW Z4 weights approximately 565 kg more than 1970 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 Z4 (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda S600. 2009 BMW Z4 has automatic transmission and 1970 Honda S600 has manual transmission. 1970 Honda S600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW Z4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW Z4 | 1970 Honda S600 | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | Z4 | S600 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 35 L |
