2009 Honda S2000 vs. 1957 Mercedes-Benz SC
To start off, 2009 Honda S2000 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Mercedes-Benz SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Mercedes-Benz SC would be higher. At 2,193 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Mercedes-Benz SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1957 Mercedes-Benz SC. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1957 Mercedes-Benz SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Mercedes-Benz SC weights approximately 100 kg more than 2009 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 Honda S2000 (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Mercedes-Benz SC. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Mercedes-Benz SC.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda S2000 | 1957 Mercedes-Benz SC | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | S2000 | SC |
Year Released | 2009 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2193 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 72.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2830 mm |