2009 BMW 328 vs. 2001 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2009 BMW 328 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2001 Honda Prelude. (195 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 328 weights approximately 685 kg more than 2001 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 328 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW 328 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 BMW 328 (271 Nm) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Prelude. (212 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 328 | 2001 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 328 | Prelude |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2157 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 73 L |
