1991 Acura Legend vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 19 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 2,673 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Acura Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 120 (176 HP) has 16 more horse power than 1991 Acura Legend. (160 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1991 Acura Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Acura Legend weights approximately 230 kg more than 2010 BMW 120.
Because 2010 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 2010 BMW 120. 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, 2010 BMW 120 (350 Nm) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Acura Legend. (220 Nm). This means 2010 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Acura Legend. 2010 BMW 120 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. 2010 BMW 120 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Acura Legend | 2010 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Acura | BMW |
| Model | Legend | 120 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2673 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 176 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 16.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2670 mm |
