2004 BMW M6 vs. 1990 Honda Concerto
To start off, 2004 BMW M6 is newer by 14 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 4,998 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 389 more horse power than 1990 Honda Concerto. (111 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW M6 weights approximately 725 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 2004 BMW M6 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 2004 BMW M6. 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, 2004 BMW M6 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Concerto. (136 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW M6 | 1990 Honda Concerto | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | M6 | Concerto |
Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4998 cc | 1589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2560 mm |