1996 BMW 535 vs. 1991 Honda Concerto
To start off, 1996 BMW 535 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Honda Concerto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Honda Concerto would be higher. At 3,498 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 535 (235 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1991 Honda Concerto. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1991 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 535 weights approximately 570 kg more than 1991 Honda Concerto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 BMW 535 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 1996 BMW 535. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1996 BMW 535 (320 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda Concerto. (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 535 | 1991 Honda Concerto | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 535 | Concerto |
Year Released | 1996 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 113 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2560 mm |