2009 Ferrari F430 vs. 1999 Honda S2000
To start off, 2009 Ferrari F430 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda S2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda S2000 would be higher. At 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari F430 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1999 Honda S2000. (238 HP @ 8600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda S2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1999 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, 2009 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ferrari F430 | 1999 Honda S2000 | |
Make | Ferrari | Honda |
Model | F430 | S2000 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4308 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 483 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 8600 RPM |
Torque | 465 Nm | 208 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 83.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 | 1595 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 58 L |