1990 BMW 320 vs. 2008 Honda S2000
To start off, 2008 Honda S2000 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW 320 would be higher. At 2,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1990 BMW 320. (115 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda S2000 weights approximately 14 kg more than 1990 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, 1990 BMW 320 (224 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda S2000. (208 Nm). This means 1990 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
1990 BMW 320 | 2008 Honda S2000 | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 320 | S2000 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 8300 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 208 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |