1956 BMW 507 vs. 2000 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2000 Honda Prelude is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 BMW 507. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 BMW 507 would be higher. At 3,169 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 BMW 507 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 BMW 507 (148 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2000 Honda Prelude. (131 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 BMW 507 should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 BMW 507 weights approximately 14 kg more than 2000 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 BMW 507 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 BMW 507. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Prelude, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1956 BMW 507 (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Prelude. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1956 BMW 507 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1956 BMW 507 | 2000 Honda Prelude | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 507 | Prelude |
Year Released | 1956 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3169 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 50 L |