2002 Honda S2000 vs. 1972 Lamborghini Jarama
To start off, 2002 Honda S2000 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Lamborghini Jarama. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Lamborghini Jarama would be higher. At 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1972 Lamborghini Jarama is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Lamborghini Jarama (365 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2002 Honda S2000. (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Lamborghini Jarama should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda S2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Lamborghini Jarama weights approximately 75 kg more than 2002 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, 1972 Lamborghini Jarama (407 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 1972 Lamborghini Jarama will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda S2000 | 1972 Lamborghini Jarama | |
| Make | Honda | Lamborghini |
| Model | S2000 | Jarama |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 365 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2380 mm |
