1984 Honda Prelude vs. 2006 BMW 316
To start off, 2006 BMW 316 is newer by 22 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 1,827 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 316 (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1984 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 316 weights approximately 490 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 2006 BMW 316 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 2006 BMW 316. 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, 2006 BMW 316 (176 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Prelude. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Honda Prelude | 2006 BMW 316 | |
| Make | Honda | BMW |
| Model | Prelude | 316 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1827 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 63 L |
