1994 Ferrari 512 TR vs. 1999 Honda S2000
To start off, 1999 Honda S2000 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ferrari 512 TR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ferrari 512 TR would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR (423 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1999 Honda S2000. (238 HP @ 8600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda S2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ferrari 512 TR weights approximately 305 kg more than 1999 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, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 1994 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Ferrari 512 TR | 1999 Honda S2000 | |
Make | Ferrari | Honda |
Model | 512 TR | S2000 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4943 cc | 1997 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 423 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 8600 RPM |
Torque | 501 Nm | 208 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 83.8 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 | 1570 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2370 mm |