2009 BMW 525 vs. 1998 Honda S2000
To start off, 2009 BMW 525 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda S2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda S2000 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda S2000 (251 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2009 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 525 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1998 Honda S2000.
Because 2009 BMW 525 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Honda S2000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW 525 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 525 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda S2000. (218 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 525 | 1998 Honda S2000 | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 525 | S2000 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 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 | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 8300 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.9 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.7:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 6.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
