1999 Honda S2000 vs. 2005 Infiniti G35
To start off, 2005 Infiniti G35 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda S2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda S2000 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti G35 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti G35 (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1999 Honda S2000. (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti G35 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda S2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti G35 weights approximately 285 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, 1999 Honda S2000 (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Infiniti G35. (202 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Infiniti G35. 2005 Infiniti G35 has automatic transmission and 1999 Honda S2000 has manual transmission. 1999 Honda S2000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Infiniti G35 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda S2000 | 2005 Infiniti G35 | |
| Make | Honda | Infiniti |
| Model | S2000 | G35 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2860 mm |
