Hi Guys -
Just got back from test driving the new BMS M Roadster, the car has amazing low end torque and seems to rev alot easier. All in all, I like the new M Roadster more than the S2000.
I wish Honda would consider offering a 6 cylinder engine in the S2000! More low end, street cruising torque would be nice!

-Dave

 

Is it the 315hp version or 240hp version that u drove?

 

I think it's the 315hp version one since he mentioned M and we all know what M is all about. The 4 output exhaust is the most visible note from the normal versions.

 

The M roadster is definitely a great car. It seems like you may have found that fits your needs a little better. The S2000 hasn't been designed for low end torque or street cruising so I doubt that a 6 cylinder with more torque would help unless honda decides to reengineer the car and take it in a different direction.

 

All I want is another .5 liter displacment! Technically, that would give us three hundred HP and would make my grin even wider. I don't think a V6 would be the way to go due to its added weight. Oh, and iVtec wouldn't be bad either.

 

[QUOTE]Originally posted by DavidY
[B]Hi Guys -

 

In the U.S. (possibly worldwide), pre 2002 M-Roadsters and M-coupes had 240 HP. The new 2002 has the same motor as the new M3, making slightly less dyno horsepower due to space-constrained intake and exhaust limiations, at 315 HP. Both are M's.

2002 M-roadsters are still pretty rare. I don't think dealers have taken delivery of more than 1 or 2. My local dealer hasn't even recieved their first yet...

 

Moving to OT.

 

2001s have the 315hp engine.

 

Put a super charger on the S2k and blow the M away !!

Not to mention for about 30K less !!