1999 Honda S2000 vs. 1954 Plymouth Belvedere
To start off, 1999 Honda S2000 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Plymouth Belvedere. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Plymouth Belvedere would be higher. At 3,960 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Plymouth Belvedere is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1954 Plymouth Belvedere. (156 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1954 Plymouth Belvedere. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Plymouth Belvedere weights approximately 275 kg more than 1999 Honda S2000.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda S2000 | 1954 Plymouth Belvedere | |
| Make | Honda | Plymouth |
| Model | S2000 | Belvedere |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2930 mm |
