2009 Honda S2000 vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 BMW 325 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Honda S2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda S2000 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2010 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 325.
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, 2010 BMW 325 (270 Nm) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda S2000. (173 Nm). This means 2010 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda S2000. 2010 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 2009 Honda S2000 has manual transmission. 2009 Honda S2000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda S2000 | 2010 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Honda | BMW |
| Model | S2000 | 325 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2157 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
