1959 BMW 507 vs. 1983 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1983 Honda Prelude is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW 507. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 507 would be higher. At 3,169 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 BMW 507 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 BMW 507 (148 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1983 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 BMW 507 should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 BMW 507 weights approximately 275 kg more than 1983 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 BMW 507. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1959 BMW 507 (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Prelude. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 BMW 507 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1959 BMW 507 | 1983 Honda Prelude | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 507 | Prelude |
Year Released | 1959 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3169 cc | 1829 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 61 L |