1988 BMW 524 vs. 1988 Honda Legend
To start off, both 1988 BMW 524 and 1988 Honda Legend were released in the same year (1988). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Legend (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1988 BMW 524. (113 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW 524. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Legend weights approximately 63 kg more than 1988 BMW 524. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 BMW 524 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 1988 BMW 524. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Honda Legend (228 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW 524. (210 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW 524. 1988 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 1988 BMW 524 has manual transmission. 1988 BMW 524 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 BMW 524 | 1988 Honda Legend | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 524 | Legend |
Year Released | 1988 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2493 cc | 2675 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1418 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2770 mm |