2009 BMW 120 vs. 1999 Honda S2000
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda S2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda S2000 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2009 BMW 120. (168 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 120 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1999 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, 2009 BMW 120 (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda S2000. 2009 BMW 120 has automatic transmission and 1999 Honda S2000 has manual transmission. 1999 Honda S2000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 120 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 120 | 1999 Honda S2000 | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 120 | S2000 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 8600 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 208 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 86.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 58 L |