1969 Ferrari Dino vs. 2008 Honda S2000
To start off, 2008 Honda S2000 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 2,419 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Ferrari Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1969 Ferrari Dino. (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1969 Ferrari Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda S2000 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1969 Ferrari Dino. 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, 1969 Ferrari Dino (225 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 1969 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Ferrari Dino | 2008 Honda S2000 | |
Make | Ferrari | Honda |
Model | Dino | S2000 |
Year Released | 1969 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2419 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 8300 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 208 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 87.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |