2007 BMW 330 vs. 2002 Honda S2000
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 5 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. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2007 BMW 330. (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 510 kg more than 2002 Honda S2000.
Because 2007 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Honda S2000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 BMW 330 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 330 | 2002 Honda S2000 | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 330 | S2000 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8600 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 208 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 58 L |