2007 Honda S2000 vs. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo
To start off, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda S2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda S2000 would be higher. At 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo (405 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2007 Honda S2000. (237 HP @ 8300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda S2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo weights approximately 560 kg more than 2007 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, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo (522 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda S2000. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo has automatic transmission and 2007 Honda S2000 has manual transmission. 2007 Honda S2000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda S2000 | 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo | |
| Make | Honda | Maserati |
| Model | S2000 | Gran Turismo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4691 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 405 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4881 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2056 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1353 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2942 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 20.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 86 L |
