1999 Honda S2000 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 11 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Camaro (304 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1999 Honda S2000. (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda S2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 432 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, 2010 Chevrolet Camaro (370 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda S2000 | 2010 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
Model | S2000 | Camaro |
Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 304 HP |
Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1697 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4836 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1377 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2852 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 72 L |