1990 Honda Concerto vs. 2012 BMW 525
To start off, 2012 BMW 525 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Concerto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Concerto would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 525 (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1990 Honda Concerto. (111 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Concerto.
Because 2012 BMW 525 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 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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 525 (450 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Concerto. (136 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Concerto. 2012 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 1990 Honda Concerto has manual transmission. 1990 Honda Concerto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda Concerto | 2012 BMW 525 | |
Make | Honda | BMW |
Model | Concerto | 525 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4907 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2968 mm |