2009 BMW 335 vs. 1999 Honda S2000
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1999 Honda S2000. (238 HP @ 8600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda S2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 335 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1999 Honda S2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 335 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Honda S2000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 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, 2009 BMW 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 1999 Honda S2000 | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 335 | S2000 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 8600 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 83.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 58 L |
