1988 Honda Legend vs. 2012 BMW 120
To start off, 2012 BMW 120 is newer by 24 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 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Legend (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2012 BMW 120. (170 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 120 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1988 Honda Legend.
Because 2012 BMW 120 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 120. 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 (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 120. (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Honda Legend | 2012 BMW 120 | |
Make | Honda | BMW |
Model | Legend | 120 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2493 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1423 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 51 L |