2000 Honda S2000 vs. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300

To start off, 2000 Honda S2000 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300. (178 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 265 kg more than 2000 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. Let's talk about torque, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 (255 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda S2000. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 has automatic transmission and 2000 Honda S2000 has manual transmission. 2000 Honda S2000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Honda S2000 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300
Make Honda Mercedes-Benz
Model S2000 300
Year Released 2000 1986
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1997 cc 2995 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 238 HP 178 HP
Engine RPM 8600 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 208 Nm 255 Nm
Torque RPM 7500 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86.9 mm 88.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 83.8 mm 80.3 mm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1265 kg 1530 kg
Vehicle Length 4120 mm 4770 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1290 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2370 mm 2810 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 58 L 72 L


 

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