Japan vs Japan — 1999 vs 2008
| S2000 AP1 | S2000 CR (Club Racer) | |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 240 hp | 237 hp |
| Torque | 153 lb-ft | — |
| Engine Size | 1,997 cc | — |
| 0-60 mph | 5.8 sec | — |
| Top Speed | 150 mph | 149 mph |
| ¼ Mile | 14.4 sec | — |
| Weight | 2,756 lbs | 2,767 lbs |
| Wheelbase | 2,400 mm | 2,400 mm |
| Length | 4,135 mm | 4,135 mm |
| Units Produced | 110,673 | 699 |
| Original MSRP | $32,000 | — |
| Value (Excellent) | $55,000 | — |
| Collectibility | 8/10 | 9/10 |
| Rarity | 5/10 | 10/10 |
This matchup is remarkably close. The 1999 Honda S2000 AP1 offers higher top speed, while the 2008 Honda S2000 CR (Club Racer) counters with greater rarity, stronger collectibility. Neither holds a decisive advantage, making this a true enthusiast's dilemma. Your choice ultimately depends on which driving philosophy resonates more with you.
The Honda S2000 lineage tells a fascinating story of automotive evolution. Comparing the 1999 Honda S2000 AP1 with the 2008 Honda S2000 CR (Club Racer) reveals how Honda refined and reimagined one of its most important nameplates over the years. On paper, the two are remarkably close in power output, with the 1999 Honda S2000 AP1 producing 240 hp and the 2008 Honda S2000 CR (Club Racer) delivering 237 hp. The engine configurations differ significantly — a Inline-4 DOHC VTEC F20C in the Honda S2000 versus a Inline-4 VTEC in the Honda S2000 CR (Club Racer). The 1999 Honda S2000 AP1 claims a higher top speed at 150 mph compared to 149 mph. Rarity plays a significant role here — with only 699 units built, the 2008 Honda S2000 CR (Club Racer) is considerably scarcer than the Honda S2000's 110,673 examples.