1958 BMW 503 vs. 1997 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1997 Honda Prelude is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 BMW 503. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 BMW 503 would be higher. At 3,168 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 BMW 503 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Prelude (220 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1958 BMW 503. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 503. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 BMW 503 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1997 Honda Prelude.
Because 1958 BMW 503 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 1958 BMW 503. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1958 BMW 503 (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Prelude. (221 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1958 BMW 503 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1958 BMW 503 | 1997 Honda Prelude | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 503 | Prelude |
Year Released | 1958 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 2155 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90.7 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |