1962 Ferrari 156 vs. 2002 Honda S2000
To start off, 2002 Honda S2000 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ferrari 156. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ferrari 156 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1962 Ferrari 156. (187 HP @ 9500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1962 Ferrari 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda S2000 weights approximately 805 kg more than 1962 Ferrari 156. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Ferrari 156 | 2002 Honda S2000 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | 156 | S2000 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1486 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 9500 RPM | 8600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 870 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 119 L | 58 L |
