2005 BMW 330 vs. 1990 Honda Concerto

To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 15 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1990 Honda Concerto. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 485 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.

Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Concerto. (112 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Concerto.

Compare all specifications:

2005 BMW 330 1990 Honda Concerto
Make BMW Honda
Model 330 Concerto
Year Released 2005 1990
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2979 cc 1394 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 254 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 112 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1525 kg 1040 kg
Vehicle Length 4530 mm 4270 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2560 mm


 

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