BMW 323i vs Honda S2000
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2009 Honda S2000
Overview
| Spec | BMW 323i323i | Honda S2000Base |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | 323i | Base |
| Body style | Sedan | Convertible |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | premium unleaded (required) |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual | 6-speed manual |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2000 | 2009 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | BMW 323i323i | Honda S2000Base |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $0 (best) | $34,995 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | BMW 323i323i | Honda S2000Base |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 21 MPG | 21 MPG |
| City MPG | 18 MPG | 18 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 26 MPG (best) | 25 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 16.6 gal (best) | 13.2 gal |
Performance
| Spec | BMW 323i323i | Honda S2000Base |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 170 hp | 237 hp (best) |
| Torque | 181 lb-ft (best) | 162 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 2.5 L (best) | 2.2 L |
| Cylinders | I6 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | BMW 323i323i | Honda S2000Base |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | — | 2 seats (best) |
| Doors | 4 (best) | 2 |
| Cargo volume | 10.7 cu ft (best) | 5 cu ft |
| Curb weight | 3,153 lbs | 2,864 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | — | 4.2 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 107.3 in (best) | 94.5 in |
| Length | 176 in (best) | 162.2 in |
| Width | 68.5 in | 68.9 in (best) |
| Height | 55.7 in (best) | 50 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | BMW 323i323i | Honda S2000Base |
|---|---|---|
| Frontal crash (driver) | — | 4 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | — | 4 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | BMW 323i | Honda S2000 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 323i $0 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Base $34,995 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | 323iT $0 MSRP | CR $36,995 MSRP |
| 3 | — | CR $37,995 MSRP |