1993 BMW M3 vs. 2007 Honda S2000
To start off, 2007 Honda S2000 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 BMW M3 would be higher. At 2,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 BMW M3 (281 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2007 Honda S2000. (238 HP @ 8300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda S2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW M3 weights approximately 210 kg more than 2007 Honda S2000. 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, 1993 BMW M3 (321 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 1993 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
1993 BMW M3 | 2007 Honda S2000 | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | M3 | S2000 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2990 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 281 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 8300 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 208 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 84.4 mm |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6 seconds | 6.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |