2008 BMW 320 vs. 1997 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2008 BMW 320 is newer by 11 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 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Prelude (182 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2008 BMW 320. (168 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 320 weights approximately 151 kg more than 1997 Honda Prelude.
Because 2008 BMW 320 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 2008 BMW 320. 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, 2008 BMW 320 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Prelude. (206 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 320 | 1997 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 320 | Prelude |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 2155 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 90.7 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 | 1470 kg | 1319 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
