2007 Honda S2000 vs. 1996 BMW 735
To start off, 2007 Honda S2000 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 735. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 735 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 735 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1996 BMW 735. (232 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 735.
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, 1996 BMW 735 (321 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda S2000. (220 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 735 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda S2000. 1996 BMW 735 has automatic transmission and 2007 Honda S2000 has manual transmission. 2007 Honda S2000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 BMW 735 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda S2000 | 1996 BMW 735 | |
| Make | Honda | BMW |
| Model | S2000 | 735 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2157 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.7 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 85 L |
