1994 BMW 750 vs. 1984 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1994 BMW 750 is newer by 10 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 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 750 (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1984 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 750 weights approximately 1095 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 1994 BMW 750 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 1994 BMW 750. 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, 1994 BMW 750 (488 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Prelude. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1994 BMW 750 | 1984 Honda Prelude | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 750 | Prelude |
Year Released | 1994 | 1984 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5379 cc | 1827 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 322 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 91 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2570 mm |