2009 Aston Martin DBS vs. 2002 Honda S2000
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 7 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 5,933 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin DBS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin DBS (503 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 2002 Honda S2000. (238 HP @ 8600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 2002 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, 2009 Aston Martin DBS (420 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Aston Martin DBS | 2002 Honda S2000 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Honda |
Model | DBS | S2000 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5933 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 503 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 8600 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 208 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 83.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |