2008 BMW 330 vs. 2007 Honda S2000
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda S2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda S2000 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2008 BMW 330. (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 330.
Because 2008 BMW 330 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, 2008 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, 2008 BMW 330 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda S2000. (220 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 330 | 2007 Honda S2000 | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 330 | S2000 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2157 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 50 L |