1985 BMW 325 vs. 2007 Honda S2000
To start off, 2007 Honda S2000 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,693 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1985 BMW 325. (120 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1985 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda S2000 weights approximately 88 kg more than 1985 BMW 325. 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, 1985 BMW 325 (230 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 1985 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
1985 BMW 325 | 2007 Honda S2000 | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 325 | S2000 |
Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2693 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 8300 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 208 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 84.4 mm |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 6.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1162 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |