1988 BMW M3 vs. 2002 Honda S2000
To start off, 2002 Honda S2000 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW M3 would be higher. At 2,302 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1988 BMW M3. (192 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW M3 weights approximately 31 kg more than 2002 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, 1988 BMW M3 (230 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 1988 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
1988 BMW M3 | 2002 Honda S2000 | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | M3 | S2000 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2302 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 8600 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 208 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 86.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83.8 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 58 L |