2007 BMW Alpina vs. 1994 Honda Concerto
To start off, 2007 BMW Alpina is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda Concerto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Concerto would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Alpina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Alpina (500 HP) has 411 more horse power than 1994 Honda Concerto. (89 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Alpina should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Alpina weights approximately 940 kg more than 1994 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, 2007 BMW Alpina (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 581 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Concerto. (119 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Alpina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Alpina | 1994 Honda Concerto | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | Alpina | Concerto |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 89 HP |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2560 mm |
