1979 Honda Prelude vs. 2000 BMW 330
To start off, 2000 BMW 330 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 330 (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1979 Honda Prelude. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 330 weights approximately 765 kg more than 1979 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 BMW 330 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 2000 BMW 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 2000 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Prelude. (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Prelude. 2000 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 1979 Honda Prelude has manual transmission. 1979 Honda Prelude will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Honda Prelude | 2000 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Honda | BMW |
| Model | Prelude | 330 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1602 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 247 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 63 L |
