2008 Honda S2000 vs. 1987 Lamborghini Portofino
To start off, 2008 Honda S2000 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lamborghini Portofino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lamborghini Portofino would be higher. At 3,485 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Lamborghini Portofino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1987 Lamborghini Portofino. (225 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1987 Lamborghini Portofino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lamborghini Portofino weights approximately 150 kg more than 2008 Honda S2000.
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, 1987 Lamborghini Portofino (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 1987 Lamborghini Portofino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda S2000 | 1987 Lamborghini Portofino | |
Make | Honda | Lamborghini |
Model | S2000 | Portofino |
Year Released | 2008 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3485 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3050 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 110 L |