1990 BMW M3 vs. 1990 Honda Legend
To start off, both 1990 BMW M3 and 1990 Honda Legend were released in the same year (1990). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW M3 (234 HP) has 59 more horse power than 1990 Honda Legend. (175 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Legend weights approximately 160 kg more than 1990 BMW M3.
Because 1990 BMW M3 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 1990 BMW M3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 BMW M3 (240 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Legend. (232 Nm). This means 1990 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW M3 | 1990 Honda Legend | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | M3 | Legend |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2467 cc | 2675 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 234 HP | 175 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 247 km/hour | 226 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2720 mm |
