2000 Honda S2000 vs. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda S2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda S2000 would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (430 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2000 Honda S2000. (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda S2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 345 kg more than 2000 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, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (489 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda S2000. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage 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. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda S2000 | 2013 Aston Martin Vantage | |
| Make | Honda | Aston Martin |
| Model | S2000 | Vantage |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 430 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.9 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4382 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2022 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 80 L |
