2007 BMW 550 vs. 1993 Honda Concerto
To start off, 2007 BMW 550 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda Concerto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda Concerto would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1993 Honda Concerto. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 550 weights approximately 625 kg more than 1993 Honda Concerto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 550 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 550. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Concerto. (119 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 550 | 1993 Honda Concerto | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 550 | Concerto |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2560 mm |
