1990 Ferrari 348 vs. 2009 Honda S2000
To start off, 2009 Honda S2000 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ferrari 348. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ferrari 348 would be higher. At 3,405 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Ferrari 348 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari 348 (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2009 Honda S2000. (237 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda S2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ferrari 348 weights approximately 272 kg more than 2009 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, 1990 Ferrari 348 (324 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda S2000. (220 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari 348 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ferrari 348 | 2009 Honda S2000 | |
Make | Ferrari | Honda |
Model | 348 | S2000 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3405 cc | 2157 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 324 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1193 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 50 L |