The acceleration is slightly better for the s2000 but lap times better for the z3 3.0. so either the z3 is better through the corners although it is heavier or the s2000 ‘s that did those times didn’t have the engines at nominal specs, I suspect the last one.
Honda S2000 vs BMW Z3 3.0i
| Category | Honda S2000 (AP1) | BMW Z3 3.0i |
|---|---|---|
| Engine layout | 2.0 l R4 | 3.0 l R6 |
| Max power (ps / bhp) | 239 / 236 | 231 / 228 |
| Max torque (Nm / lb-ft) | 208 / 153 | 300 / 221 |
| Curb weight (kg / lb) | 1265 / 2789 | 1330 / 2932 |
| Power / tonne (ps / bhp) | 189 / 187 | 174 / 171 |
Lap Times
| Track | Honda S2000 (AP1) | BMW Z3 3.0i |
|---|---|---|
| Hockenheim Short | 1:18.90 | 1:18.40 |
| Laguna Seca (post 1988) | 1:50.74 | 1:50.80 |
| Nürburgring Nordschleife | 8:39.00 | 8:34.00 |
Performance
| Category | Honda S2000 (AP1) | BMW Z3 3.0i |
|---|---|---|
| 0 - 100 kph | 5.8 s | 6.0 s |
| 0 - 200 kph | 24.5 s | 25.9 s |
| Est. 100 - 200 kph | 19.5 s | 19.9 s |
| Est. 1/8 mile | 10.3 s @ 83.3 mph | 10.0 s @ 85.1 mph |
| Est. 1/2 mile | 24.1 s @ 121.2 mph | 23.9 s @ 121.2 mph |
| Top speed | 242 kph (151 mph) | 250 kph (155 mph) |
| Est. max acceleration | 0.49 g (5 m/s²) | 0.53 g (5 m/s²) |
Summary
| Category | Honda S2000 (AP1) | BMW Z3 3.0i |
|---|---|---|
| Track Performance | 98 | 100 |
| Straight line speed | 100 | 97 |
| Overall | 100 | 100 |
Verdict
There is no clear winner in this comparison.
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