1988 Honda Concerto vs. 2012 BMW 135
To start off, 2012 BMW 135 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Concerto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Concerto would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 135 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1988 Honda Concerto. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 135 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1988 Honda Concerto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 135 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 2012 BMW 135. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Honda Concerto, 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, 2012 BMW 135 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Concerto. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Honda Concerto | 2012 BMW 135 | |
Make | Honda | BMW |
Model | Concerto | 135 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1300 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4374 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1412 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2659 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 53 L |