1988 BMW M3 vs. 2008 Honda S2000
To start off, 2008 Honda S2000 is newer by 20 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 2,303 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1988 BMW M3. (221 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda S2000 weights approximately 154 kg more than 1988 BMW M3. 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, 1988 BMW M3 (245 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda S2000. (220 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1988 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
1988 BMW M3 | 2008 Honda S2000 | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | M3 | S2000 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2303 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1354 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |