1991 Acura Legend vs. 2006 BMW 530
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Acura Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Acura Legend would be higher. At 2,979 cc, 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Acura Legend (160 HP) has 137 more horse power than 2006 BMW 530. (23 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Acura Legend should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 530 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1991 Acura 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, 1991 Acura 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 (300 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Acura Legend. (220 Nm). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Acura Legend. 2006 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 1991 Acura Legend has manual transmission. 1991 Acura Legend will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Acura Legend | 2006 BMW 530 | |
| Make | Acura | BMW |
| Model | Legend | 530 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2673 cc | 2979 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 23 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2740 mm |
