1991 Acura Legend vs. 2011 BMW X5
To start off, 2011 BMW X5 is newer by 20 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X5 (244 HP) has 84 more horse power than 1991 Acura Legend. (160 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1991 Acura Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X5 weights approximately 600 kg more than 1991 Acura Legend. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Acura Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 BMW X5 (540 Nm) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Acura Legend. (220 Nm). This means 2011 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Acura Legend. 2011 BMW X5 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. 2011 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Acura Legend | 2011 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Acura | BMW |
| Model | Legend | X5 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2673 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 244 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2934 mm |
