2004 Honda S2000 vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 BMW 325 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda S2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda S2000 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda S2000 (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2010 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 325 weights approximately 209 kg more than 2004 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, 2010 BMW 325 (270 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda S2000. (217 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda S2000 | 2010 BMW 325 | |
Make | Honda | BMW |
Model | S2000 | 325 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2147 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1286 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 63 L |