1994 BMW M3 vs. 1994 Honda Legend

To start off, both 1994 BMW M3 and 1994 Honda Legend were released in the same year (1994). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 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 1994 Honda Legend. (201 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Honda Legend weights approximately 85 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, 1994 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 1994 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 1994 Honda Legend.

Compare all specifications:

1994 BMW M3 1994 Honda Legend
Make BMW Honda
Model M3 Legend
Year Released 1994 1994
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2990 cc 3206 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 281 HP 201 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 320 Nm 293 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1465 kg 1550 kg
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 4960 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1420 mm


 

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