1993 Honda Legend vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 BMW 325 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1993 Honda Legend. (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Legend weights approximately 20 kg more than 2010 BMW 325.
Because 2010 BMW 325 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 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Honda Legend (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1993 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Honda Legend | 2010 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Honda | BMW |
| Model | Legend | 325 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3206 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 63 L |
