1996 BMW Z3 vs. 2009 Honda S2000
To start off, 2009 Honda S2000 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW Z3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW Z3 would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1996 BMW Z3. (184 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW Z3.
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, 1996 BMW Z3 (275 Nm) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda S2000. (173 Nm). This means 1996 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW Z3 | 2009 Honda S2000 | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | Z3 | S2000 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 2157 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
