1982 Honda Prelude vs. 2010 BMW M6
To start off, 2010 BMW M6 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 5,000 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 393 more horse power than 1982 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW M6 weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1982 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW M6 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 2010 BMW M6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 2010 BMW M6 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Prelude. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Honda Prelude | 2010 BMW M6 | |
| Make | Honda | BMW |
| Model | Prelude | M6 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1829 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 519 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4872 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1377 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2781 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
