1977 BMW 732 vs. 2007 Honda S2000
To start off, 2007 Honda S2000 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 BMW 732. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 BMW 732 would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 BMW 732 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1977 BMW 732. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1977 BMW 732.
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, 1977 BMW 732 (290 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda S2000. (220 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1977 BMW 732 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
1977 BMW 732 | 2007 Honda S2000 | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 732 | S2000 |
Year Released | 1977 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 2157 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 87.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 11.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 50 L |