2007 BMW 116 vs. 1989 Honda Concerto
To start off, 2007 BMW 116 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Concerto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Concerto would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW 116 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Concerto (129 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 BMW 116. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Concerto should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 116 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1989 Honda Concerto.
Because 2007 BMW 116 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 2007 BMW 116. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 2007 BMW 116 (150 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Concerto. (142 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 116 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 116 | 1989 Honda Concerto | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 116 | Concerto |
Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2560 mm |