1986 Honda Prelude vs. 2011 BMW X3
To start off, 2011 BMW X3 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X3 (240 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1986 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1986 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X3 weights approximately 890 kg more than 1986 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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 X3 (299 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Prelude. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Honda Prelude | 2011 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Honda | BMW |
| Model | Prelude | X3 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1829 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 67 L |
