1976 Ferrari 512 BB vs. 2007 Honda S2000
To start off, 2007 Honda S2000 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ferrari 512 BB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ferrari 512 BB would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2007 Honda S2000. (238 HP @ 8300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda S2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 512 BB weights approximately 150 kg more than 2007 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, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB (460 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 1976 Ferrari 512 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ferrari 512 BB | 2007 Honda S2000 | |
Make | Ferrari | Honda |
Model | 512 BB | S2000 |
Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1997 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 8300 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 208 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 84.4 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 | 1400 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 50 L |