1976 Ferrari 306 vs. 1998 Honda S2000
To start off, 1998 Honda S2000 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ferrari 306. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ferrari 306 would be higher. At 2,855 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Ferrari 306 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda S2000 (251 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1976 Ferrari 306. (241 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ferrari 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 306 weights approximately 644 kg more than 1998 Honda S2000.
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, 1976 Ferrari 306 (265 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda S2000. (218 Nm). This means 1976 Ferrari 306 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ferrari 306 | 1998 Honda S2000 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | 306 | S2000 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2855 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 8300 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 1240 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |
