2007 Honda S2000 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S (613 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 376 more horse power than 2007 Honda S2000. (237 HP @ 8300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda S2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 955 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 Mercedes-Benz S (1,001 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 793 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda S2000 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | S2000 | S |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 613 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 1001 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.2 seconds | 4.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2120 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1488 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3165 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 17.4 L/100km |
