2009 Honda S2000 vs. 1995 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2009 Honda S2000 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1995 Mercedes-Benz E. (149 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1995 Mercedes-Benz E.
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, both vehicles can yield 220 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda S2000 | 1995 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | S2000 | E |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2157 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2940 mm |
