2007 BMW 118 vs. 1988 Honda Concerto
To start off, 2007 BMW 118 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Concerto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Concerto would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Concerto (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2007 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Concerto should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 118 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1988 Honda Concerto.
Because 2007 BMW 118 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 118. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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 118 (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Concerto. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Concerto. 2007 BMW 118 has automatic transmission and 1988 Honda Concerto has manual transmission. 1988 Honda Concerto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 118 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 118 | 1988 Honda Concerto | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 118 | Concerto |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
