1988 Honda Legend vs. 2010 BMW X6
To start off, 2010 BMW X6 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Legend would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X6 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1988 Honda Legend. (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X6 weights approximately 972 kg more than 1988 Honda Legend. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X6 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 BMW X6 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Legend. (228 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Honda Legend | 2010 BMW X6 | |
Make | Honda | BMW |
Model | Legend | X6 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2675 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 609 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1418 kg | 2390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4879 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1689 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2934 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 85 L |