1998 Ferrari F355 vs. 2001 Honda S2000
To start off, 2001 Honda S2000 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ferrari F355. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ferrari F355 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2001 Honda S2000. (238 HP @ 8600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda S2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2001 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, 1998 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 1998 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ferrari F355 | 2001 Honda S2000 | |
Make | Ferrari | Honda |
Model | F355 | S2000 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 8600 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 208 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 7500 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 | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 58 L |