1986 Honda Legend vs. 2012 BMW 528
To start off, 2012 BMW 528 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Honda Legend would be higher. At 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 528 (240 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1986 Honda Legend. (167 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1986 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 528 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1986 Honda Legend. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 528 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 2012 BMW 528. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 2012 BMW 528 (352 Nm @ 1250 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Legend. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Honda Legend | 2012 BMW 528 | |
Make | Honda | BMW |
Model | Legend | 528 |
Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2493 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |