2002 BMW M3 vs. 2003 Honda S2000
To start off, 2003 Honda S2000 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW M3 would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2003 Honda S2000. (240 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda S2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW M3 weights approximately 309 kg more than 2003 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, 2002 BMW M3 (355 Nm) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda S2000. (220 Nm). This means 2002 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda S2000. 2002 BMW M3 has automatic transmission and 2003 Honda S2000 has manual transmission. 2003 Honda S2000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 BMW M3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW M3 | 2003 Honda S2000 | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | M3 | S2000 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 2157 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 220 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 | 1595 kg | 1286 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 50 L |
