1957 BMW 501 vs. 1992 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1992 Honda Prelude is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 BMW 501. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 BMW 501 would be higher. At 3,168 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 BMW 501 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Prelude (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1957 BMW 501. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 BMW 501 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1992 Honda Prelude.
Because 1957 BMW 501 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 1957 BMW 501. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1957 BMW 501 (223 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Prelude. (209 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1957 BMW 501 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1957 BMW 501 | 1992 Honda Prelude | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 501 | Prelude |
Year Released | 1957 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 2257 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 95 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2510 mm |