1988 Honda Legend vs. 2011 BMW X3
To start off, 2011 BMW X3 is newer by 23 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X3 (240 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1988 Honda Legend. (188 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X3 weights approximately 565 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 2011 BMW X3 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, 2011 BMW X3 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, 2011 BMW X3 (299 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Legend. (241 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Honda Legend | 2011 BMW X3 | |
Make | Honda | BMW |
Model | Legend | X3 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 188 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 299 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4648 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1882 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1661 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2807 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 67 L |