2002 Honda S2000 vs. 2012 BMW 316
To start off, 2012 BMW 316 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda S2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda S2000 would be higher. Both 2002 Honda S2000 and 2012 BMW 316 are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2012 BMW 316. (116 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 316 weights approximately 230 kg more than 2002 Honda S2000.
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, 2012 BMW 316 (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda S2000 | 2012 BMW 316 | |
Make | Honda | BMW |
Model | S2000 | 316 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.9 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1429 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 57 L |