2006 BMW 330 vs. 1998 Honda Prelude

To start off, 2006 BMW 330 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 330 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1998 Honda Prelude. (131 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 330 weights approximately 572 kg more than 1998 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 BMW 330 (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Prelude. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Prelude.

Compare all specifications:

2006 BMW 330 1998 Honda Prelude
Make BMW Honda
Model 330 Prelude
Year Released 2006 1998
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2979 cc 1996 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 255 HP 131 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 5300 RPM
Torque 298 Nm 178 Nm
Torque RPM 2750 RPM 4800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 85 mm 85 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 88 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.7:1 9.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1812 kg 1240 kg
Vehicle Length 4530 mm 4530 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1320 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2590 mm