2003 BMW 520 vs. 1992 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2003 BMW 520 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Prelude (185 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2003 BMW 520. (167 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 520 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1992 Honda Prelude.
Because 2003 BMW 520 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 2003 BMW 520. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Honda Prelude (212 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 520. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 520 | 1992 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 520 | Prelude |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 2156 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
