1995 Ferrari 512 M vs. 2009 Honda S2000
To start off, 2009 Honda S2000 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ferrari 512 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ferrari 512 M would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1995 Ferrari 512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (423 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2009 Honda S2000. (237 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda S2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ferrari 512 M weights approximately 262 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, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (500 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda S2000. (220 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1995 Ferrari 512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ferrari 512 M | 2009 Honda S2000 | |
Make | Ferrari | Honda |
Model | 512 M | S2000 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2157 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 423 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 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 | 1455 kg | 1193 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2410 mm |