2009 Brilliance BS4 vs. 1969 Honda S800
To start off, 2009 Brilliance BS4 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Honda S800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Honda S800 would be higher. At 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Brilliance BS4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Brilliance BS4 (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1969 Honda S800. (67 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Brilliance BS4 should accelerate faster than 1969 Honda S800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Brilliance BS4 weights approximately 765 kg more than 1969 Honda S800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Honda S800 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Honda S800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Brilliance BS4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Brilliance BS4 (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Honda S800. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2009 Brilliance BS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Brilliance BS4 | 1969 Honda S800 | |
Make | Brilliance | Honda |
Model | BS4 | S800 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1582 cc | 789 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 60 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 35 L |