1990 BMW M3 vs. 2006 Honda S2000
To start off, 2006 Honda S2000 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW M3 would be higher. At 2,467 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda S2000 (237 HP) has 3 more horse power than 1990 BMW M3. (234 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda S2000 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1990 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, 1990 BMW M3 (240 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda S2000. (208 Nm). This means 1990 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW M3 | 2006 Honda S2000 | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | M3 | S2000 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2467 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 234 HP | 237 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 247 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2410 mm |
