2007 BMW Convertible vs. 1990 Honda Concerto
To start off, 2007 BMW Convertible is newer by 17 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Convertible (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1990 Honda Concerto. (111 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Convertible should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Convertible weights approximately 790 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, 2007 BMW Convertible (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Concerto. (136 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Concerto. 2007 BMW Convertible has automatic transmission and 1990 Honda Concerto has manual transmission. 1990 Honda Concerto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW Convertible will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW Convertible | 1990 Honda Concerto | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | Convertible | Concerto |
Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2560 mm |