1990 Honda Legend vs. 2006 BMW 530
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1990 Honda Legend. (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Legend.
Because 2006 BMW 530 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 2006 BMW 530. 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, 2006 BMW 530 (301 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Legend. (300 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda Legend | 2006 BMW 530 | |
Make | Honda | BMW |
Model | Legend | 530 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3206 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 226 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |