1984 Honda Prelude vs. 1996 BMW 735
To start off, 1996 BMW 735 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 3,498 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 735 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 735 (232 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1984 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 735 should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 735 weights approximately 845 kg more than 1984 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 BMW 735 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 1996 BMW 735. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1996 BMW 735 (321 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Prelude. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 735 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Honda Prelude | 1996 BMW 735 | |
Make | Honda | BMW |
Model | Prelude | 735 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1827 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 78.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2940 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 85 L |