2000 BMW 323 vs. 1998 Honda S2000
To start off, 2000 BMW 323 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda S2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda S2000 would be higher. At 2,501 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 323 (341 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1998 Honda S2000. (251 HP @ 8300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda S2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 323 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1998 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, 2000 BMW 323 (245 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda S2000. (218 Nm). This means 2000 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda S2000. 2000 BMW 323 has automatic transmission and 1998 Honda S2000 has manual transmission. 1998 Honda S2000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 BMW 323 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 323 | 1998 Honda S2000 | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 323 | S2000 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 341 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 8300 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2410 mm |
