2002 Honda S2000 vs. 1973 Rover P5B
To start off, 2002 Honda S2000 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Rover P5B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Rover P5B would be higher. At 3,526 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Rover P5B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1973 Rover P5B. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1973 Rover P5B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Rover P5B weights approximately 325 kg more than 2002 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, 1973 Rover P5B (295 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 1973 Rover P5B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda S2000. 1973 Rover P5B has automatic transmission and 2002 Honda S2000 has manual transmission. 2002 Honda S2000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Rover P5B will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda S2000 | 1973 Rover P5B | |
Make | Honda | Rover |
Model | S2000 | P5B |
Year Released | 2002 | 1973 |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3526 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 295 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2820 mm |