1990 Honda Legend vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 21 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, 1990 Honda Legend (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2011 BMW 120. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Legend weights approximately 15 kg more than 2011 BMW 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 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 2011 BMW 120. 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, both vehicles can yield 300 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Honda Legend | 2011 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Honda | BMW |
| Model | Legend | 120 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3206 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1411 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 51 L |
