2001 BMW 750 vs. 2001 Honda Prelude

To start off, both 2001 BMW 750 and 2001 Honda Prelude were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,400 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 750 (322 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2001 Honda Prelude. (195 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 750 weights approximately 860 kg more than 2001 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2001 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 2001 BMW 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 BMW 750 (490 Nm) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Prelude. (212 Nm). This means 2001 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Prelude. 2001 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 2001 Honda Prelude has manual transmission. 2001 Honda Prelude will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2001 BMW 750 2001 Honda Prelude
Make BMW Honda
Model 750 Prelude
Year Released 2001 2001
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5400 cc 2157 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 322 HP 195 HP
Engine RPM 7400 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 490 Nm 212 Nm
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1700 kg 840 kg
Vehicle Length 4990 mm 4530 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1320 mm
Wheelbase Size 2940 mm 2630 mm


 

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