2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 1966 Honda S600
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Honda S600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Honda S600 would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS (259 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1966 Honda S600. (56 HP @ 8500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1966 Honda S600.
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 Cadillac CTS (253 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Honda S600. (52 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac CTS | 1966 Honda S600 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | CTS | S600 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 259 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 253 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
