1994 BMW M3 vs. 1993 Honda Legend
To start off, 1994 BMW M3 is newer by 1 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, 1994 BMW M3 (281 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1993 Honda Legend. (201 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Legend weights approximately 80 kg more than 1994 BMW M3.
Because 1994 BMW M3 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 1994 BMW M3. 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, 1994 BMW M3 (320 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Legend. (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1994 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
1994 BMW M3 | 1993 Honda Legend | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | M3 | Legend |
Year Released | 1994 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2990 cc | 3206 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 281 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 293 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 68 L |