1994 BMW 520 vs. 1994 Honda Concerto

To start off, both 1994 BMW 520 and 1994 Honda Concerto were released in the same year (1994). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 520 (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1994 Honda Concerto. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 520 weights approximately 459 kg more than 1994 Honda Concerto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1994 BMW 520 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 1994 BMW 520. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 BMW 520 (190 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Concerto. (119 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Concerto.

Compare all specifications:

1994 BMW 520 1994 Honda Concerto
Make BMW Honda
Model 520 Concerto
Year Released 1994 1994
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1990 cc 1492 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 148 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 5900 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 190 Nm 119 Nm
Torque RPM 4700 RPM 4700 RPM
Engine Bore Size 80 mm 75 mm
Engine Stroke Size 66 mm 84.5 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1494 kg 1035 kg
Vehicle Length 4730 mm 4270 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1400 mm