2005 BMW 535 vs. 2001 Honda S2000
To start off, 2005 BMW 535 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda S2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda S2000 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 535 (241 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2001 Honda S2000. (238 HP @ 8600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda S2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 535 weights approximately 465 kg more than 2001 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, 2005 BMW 535 (345 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda S2000. 2005 BMW 535 has automatic transmission and 2001 Honda S2000 has manual transmission. 2001 Honda S2000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 535 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 535 | 2001 Honda S2000 | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 535 | S2000 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 241 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8600 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 208 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 83.8 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |