1995 BMW 317 vs. 1999 Honda S2000
To start off, 1999 Honda S2000 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW 317. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW 317 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1995 BMW 317. (90 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW 317. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda S2000 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1995 BMW 317. 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, 1999 Honda S2000 (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW 317. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW 317.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 317 | 1999 Honda S2000 | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 317 | S2000 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1665 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 8600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 83.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 58 L |
