1992 Honda Concerto vs. 2013 BMW 7 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 7 Series is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Honda Concerto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Honda Concerto would be higher. At 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 7 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 7 Series (439 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 350 more horse power than 1992 Honda Concerto. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 7 Series weights approximately 1142 kg more than 1992 Honda Concerto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 7 Series 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 2013 BMW 7 Series. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 2013 BMW 7 Series (651 Nm) has 532 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Concerto. (119 Nm). This means 2013 BMW 7 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Concerto | 2013 BMW 7 Series | |
| Make | Honda | BMW |
| Model | Concerto | 7 Series |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 439 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 2177 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5214 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2134 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3210 mm |
