2011 BMW 550 vs. 1994 Honda Concerto
To start off, 2011 BMW 550 is newer by 17 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 550 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 311 more horse power than 1994 Honda Concerto. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 550 weights approximately 935 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 2011 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 2011 BMW 550. 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, 2011 BMW 550 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 490 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Concerto. (119 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 BMW 550 | 1994 Honda Concerto | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 550 | Concerto |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4400 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 609 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4905 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1859 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1463 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2969 mm | 2560 mm |
