2008 BMW Z4 vs. 2008 Honda S2000
To start off, both 2008 BMW Z4 and 2008 Honda S2000 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2008 BMW Z4. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW Z4 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2008 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 Z4 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW Z4 | 2008 Honda S2000 | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | Z4 | S2000 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 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 | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 8300 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 208 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 84.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 6.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |