2002 Honda S2000 vs. 2005 Maserati MC12
To start off, 2005 Maserati MC12 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda S2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda S2000 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Maserati MC12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Maserati MC12 (623 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 385 more horse power than 2002 Honda S2000. (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda S2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Maserati MC12 weights approximately 70 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, 2005 Maserati MC12 (652 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 444 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 2005 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda S2000 | 2005 Maserati MC12 | |
Make | Honda | Maserati |
Model | S2000 | MC12 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 623 HP |
Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 652 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
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 | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2100 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 88 L |