1992 BMW 850 vs. 1990 Honda Concerto

To start off, 1992 BMW 850 is newer by 2 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 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 850 (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1990 Honda Concerto. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 850 weights approximately 750 kg more than 1990 Honda Concerto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1992 BMW 850 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 1992 BMW 850. 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, 1992 BMW 850 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Concerto. (112 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Concerto.

Compare all specifications:

1992 BMW 850 1990 Honda Concerto
Make BMW Honda
Model 850 Concerto
Year Released 1992 1990
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4988 cc 1394 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 296 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 450 Nm 112 Nm
Torque RPM 4100 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1790 kg 1040 kg
Vehicle Length 4790 mm 4270 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2690 mm 2560 mm