2000 BMW 318 vs. 1997 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2000 BMW 318 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 2,155 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Prelude (220 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2000 BMW 318. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 318 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1997 Honda Prelude.
Because 2000 BMW 318 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 2000 BMW 318. 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, 1997 Honda Prelude (221 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 318. 2000 BMW 318 has automatic transmission and 1997 Honda Prelude has manual transmission. 1997 Honda Prelude will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 BMW 318 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 318 | 1997 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 318 | Prelude |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 2155 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 90.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
