2002 Honda S2000 vs. 2010 Ferrari 599
To start off, 2010 Ferrari 599 is newer by 8 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ferrari 599 (611 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 373 more horse power than 2002 Honda S2000. (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda S2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ferrari 599 weights approximately 423 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda S2000 | 2010 Ferrari 599 | |
| Make | Honda | Ferrari |
| Model | S2000 | 599 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 611 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1688 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4666 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1336 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 105 L |
