1993 Honda Prelude vs. 2004 BMW 325
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1993 Honda Prelude. (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1993 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 BMW 325 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 2004 BMW 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 2004 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Prelude. (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Prelude. 2004 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 1993 Honda Prelude has manual transmission. 1993 Honda Prelude will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1993 Honda Prelude | 2004 BMW 325 | |
Make | Honda | BMW |
Model | Prelude | 325 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 63 L |