1982 Honda Prelude vs. 2011 BMW 550
To start off, 2011 BMW 550 is newer by 29 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 550 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 1982 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 550 weights approximately 875 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 2011 BMW 550 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 2011 BMW 550. 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, 2011 BMW 550 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 454 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Prelude. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Honda Prelude | 2011 BMW 550 | |
Make | Honda | BMW |
Model | Prelude | 550 |
Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1829 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 609 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4905 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1859 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1463 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2969 mm |