1988 BMW 535 vs. 2009 Honda S2000
To start off, 2009 Honda S2000 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW 535. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW 535 would be higher. At 3,430 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1988 BMW 535. (211 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW 535.
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, 1988 BMW 535 (306 Nm) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda S2000. (173 Nm). This means 1988 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW 535 | 2009 Honda S2000 | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 535 | S2000 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3430 cc | 2157 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
