1992 BMW 332 vs. 2009 Honda S2000
To start off, 2009 Honda S2000 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 332. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 332 would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW 332 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 332 (326 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2009 Honda S2000. (237 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda S2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda S2000 weights approximately 44 kg more than 1992 BMW 332.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 BMW 332 (355 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda S2000. (220 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 332 | 2009 Honda S2000 | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 332 | S2000 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 2157 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 326 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 96.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1484 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |