2008 BMW 320 vs. 2002 Honda S2000
To start off, 2008 BMW 320 is newer by 6 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. Both 2008 BMW 320 and 2002 Honda S2000 are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2008 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 320 weights approximately 205 kg more than 2002 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, 2008 BMW 320 (331 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 320 | 2002 Honda S2000 | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 320 | S2000 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8600 RPM |
Torque | 331 Nm | 208 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 58 L |