2007 BMW 120 vs. 1997 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2007 BMW 120 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 2,155 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Prelude (220 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2007 BMW 120. (155 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 120 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1997 Honda Prelude.
Because 2007 BMW 120 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 BMW 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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 BMW 120 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Prelude. (221 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 120 | 1997 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 120 | Prelude |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2155 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
