1988 Honda Legend vs. 2012 Zenvo ST1
To start off, 2012 Zenvo ST1 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 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Zenvo ST1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Zenvo ST1 (1,104 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 929 more horse power than 1988 Honda Legend. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Zenvo ST1 should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Legend weights approximately 22 kg more than 2012 Zenvo ST1.
Because 2012 Zenvo ST1 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 Zenvo ST1. 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, 2012 Zenvo ST1 (1,430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1198 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Legend. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Zenvo ST1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Legend | 2012 Zenvo ST1 | |
| Make | Honda | Zenvo |
| Model | Legend | ST1 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2675 cc | 7000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 1104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 1430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 1376 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4665 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2041 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1198 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3055 mm |
