1998 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2009 Honda S2000
To start off, 2009 Honda S2000 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 3,184 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2009 Honda S2000. (237 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda S2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 157 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, 1998 Ferrari Mondial (363 Nm) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda S2000. (220 Nm). This means 1998 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ferrari Mondial | 2009 Honda S2000 | |
Make | Ferrari | Honda |
Model | Mondial | S2000 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3184 cc | 2157 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 220 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1193 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |