2008 BMW Z4 vs. 2009 Honda S2000
To start off, 2009 Honda S2000 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW Z4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW Z4 would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW Z4 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2009 Honda S2000. (238 HP @ 8300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda S2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW Z4 weights approximately 235 kg more than 2009 Honda S2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 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 2009 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW Z4 | 2009 Honda S2000 | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | Z4 | S2000 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 8300 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 84.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5 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 | 1485 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
