2007 BMW 530 vs. 2007 Honda S2000
To start off, both 2007 BMW 530 and 2007 Honda S2000 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2007 Honda S2000. (238 HP @ 8300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda S2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 530 weights approximately 415 kg more than 2007 Honda S2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Honda S2000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW 530 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 530 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 530 | 2007 Honda S2000 | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 530 | S2000 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 8300 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 208 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.1 seconds | 6.2 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |