2007 BMW Z4 vs. 2000 Honda S2000
To start off, 2007 BMW Z4 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda S2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda S2000 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2007 BMW Z4. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Z4 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2000 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, 2007 BMW Z4 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda S2000. 2007 BMW Z4 has automatic transmission and 2000 Honda S2000 has manual transmission. 2000 Honda S2000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW Z4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW Z4 | 2000 Honda S2000 | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | Z4 | S2000 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 8600 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 208 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 83.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 58 L |