2007 BMW Convertible vs. 1997 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2007 BMW Convertible 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 4,797 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Convertible (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1997 Honda Prelude. (195 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Convertible should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Convertible weights approximately 469 kg more than 1997 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Convertible (490 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Prelude. (211 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Prelude. 2007 BMW Convertible has automatic transmission and 1997 Honda Prelude has manual transmission. 1997 Honda Prelude will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW Convertible will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Convertible | 1997 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | Convertible | Prelude |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4797 cc | 2155 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1381 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
