1988 Honda Concerto vs. 2012 BMW 328
To start off, 2012 BMW 328 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 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1988 Honda Concerto. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 328 weights approximately 645 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 328 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 328. 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 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Concerto. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 328 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 328 | |
Make | Honda | BMW |
Model | Concerto | 328 |
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 | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1429 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 57 L |