2000 BMW 730 vs. 1979 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2000 BMW 730 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 730 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1979 Honda Prelude. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 730 weights approximately 825 kg more than 1979 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 BMW 730 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 730. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 2000 BMW 730 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Prelude. (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 730 | 1979 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 730 | Prelude |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 50 L |
