1987 Honda Legend vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Honda Legend would be higher. At 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Honda Legend (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz E. (136 HP @ 2600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 405 kg more than 1987 Honda Legend.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz E 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 Mercedes-Benz E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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 Mercedes-Benz E (360 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Legend. (222 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Legend. 2012 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 1987 Honda Legend has manual transmission. 1987 Honda Legend will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Honda Legend | 2012 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Legend | E |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 2143 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1735 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
