2008 BMW 650 vs. 1994 Honda Concerto
To start off, 2008 BMW 650 is newer by 14 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1994 Honda Concerto. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 650 weights approximately 605 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.
Because 2008 BMW 650 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 2008 BMW 650. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 2008 BMW 650 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Concerto. (119 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 650 | 1994 Honda Concerto | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 650 | Concerto |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2560 mm |
