2002 Honda S2000 vs. 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph
To start off, 2002 Honda S2000 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph would be higher. At 5,377 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (318 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2002 Honda S2000. (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda S2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph weights approximately 1035 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, 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (489 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda S2000. 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph 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. 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda S2000 | 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph | |
| Make | Honda | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | S2000 | Silver Seraph |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5377 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 318 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.9 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 2300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 94 L |
