2007 Alpina D3 vs. 1994 Honda Prelude

To start off, 2007 Alpina D3 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Alpina D3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alpina D3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1994 Honda Prelude. (131 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina D3 should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alpina D3 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1994 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Alpina D3 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 2007 Alpina D3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 2007 Alpina D3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Prelude. (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Alpina D3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Prelude.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Alpina D3 1994 Honda Prelude
Make Alpina Honda
Model D3 Prelude
Year Released 2007 1994
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3346 cc 1997 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 301 HP 131 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 362 Nm 179 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 4800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87 mm 85.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 93.8 mm 88 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1450 kg 1235 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 4450 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1300 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2580 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 60 L


 

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