1983 BMW 525 vs. 1991 Honda Legend
To start off, 1991 Honda Legend is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 BMW 525 would be higher. At 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1983 BMW 525. (123 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1983 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Honda Legend weights approximately 300 kg more than 1983 BMW 525. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 BMW 525 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 1983 BMW 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Honda Legend, 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, 1991 Honda Legend (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 BMW 525. (241 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1991 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 BMW 525 | 1991 Honda Legend | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 525 | Legend |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2693 cc | 3206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
