1991 BMW 320 vs. 2007 Honda S2000
To start off, 2007 Honda S2000 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 BMW 320 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1991 BMW 320. (149 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1991 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda S2000 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1991 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, 2007 Honda S2000 (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 BMW 320. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 BMW 320 | 2007 Honda S2000 | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 320 | S2000 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 8300 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 214 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 6.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |
