1984 Ferrari GTO vs. 2004 Honda S2000
To start off, 2004 Honda S2000 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ferrari GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ferrari GTO would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Ferrari GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari GTO (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2004 Honda S2000. (252 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari GTO should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda S2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ferrari GTO weights approximately 544 kg more than 2004 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, 1984 Ferrari GTO (496 Nm) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda S2000. (217 Nm). This means 1984 Ferrari GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ferrari GTO | 2004 Honda S2000 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | GTO | S2000 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 2147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 496 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1286 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2410 mm |
