2006 BMW 760 vs. 1985 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2006 BMW 760 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 760 (439 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 332 more horse power than 1985 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1985 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 760 weights approximately 1250 kg more than 1985 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW 760 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 2006 BMW 760. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 2006 BMW 760 (600 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 444 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Honda Prelude. (156 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 760 | 1985 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 760 | Prelude |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5972 cc | 1829 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 439 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 61 L |
