1974 Ferrari Dino vs. 2002 Honda S2000
To start off, 2002 Honda S2000 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 2,924 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Ferrari Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ferrari Dino (250 HP) has 12 more horse power than 2002 Honda S2000. (238 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda S2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ferrari Dino weights approximately 64 kg more than 2002 Honda S2000. 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, 1974 Ferrari Dino (283 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda S2000. (208 Nm). This means 1974 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ferrari Dino | 2002 Honda S2000 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | Dino | S2000 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2924 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 238 HP |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 83.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 58 L |
