1983 BMW 320 vs. 2009 Honda S2000
To start off, 2009 Honda S2000 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 BMW 320 would be higher. At 2,157 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1983 BMW 320. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1983 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda S2000 weights approximately 143 kg more than 1983 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (220 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 BMW 320. (171 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
1983 BMW 320 | 2009 Honda S2000 | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 320 | S2000 |
Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2157 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 171 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1193 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |