1971 BMW 3 vs. 2008 Honda S2000
To start off, 2008 Honda S2000 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW 3 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 BMW 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1971 BMW 3. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 BMW 3 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2008 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, 1971 BMW 3 (254 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 1971 BMW 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
1971 BMW 3 | 2008 Honda S2000 | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 3 | S2000 |
Year Released | 1971 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8300 RPM |
Torque | 254 Nm | 208 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 87.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 6.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2410 mm |