1999 Honda S2000 vs. 2009 Maybach 62
To start off, 2009 Maybach 62 is newer by 10 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 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Maybach 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maybach 62 (605 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 367 more horse power than 1999 Honda S2000. (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda S2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maybach 62 weights approximately 1470 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, 2009 Maybach 62 (1,001 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 793 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 2009 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda S2000. 2009 Maybach 62 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. 2009 Maybach 62 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda S2000 | 2009 Maybach 62 | |
| Make | Honda | Maybach |
| Model | S2000 | 62 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 605 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 1001 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.9 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 2735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 110 L |
