1988 BMW 525 vs. 1997 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1997 Honda Prelude is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,443 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Prelude (195 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1988 BMW 525. (168 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 525 weights approximately 79 kg more than 1997 Honda Prelude.
Because 1988 BMW 525 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 1988 BMW 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1988 BMW 525 (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Prelude. (211 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1988 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW 525 | 1997 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 525 | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 2155 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 90.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1381 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
