1994 Honda Legend vs. 2010 BMW 125
To start off, 2010 BMW 125 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1994 Honda Legend. (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Honda Legend weights approximately 20 kg more than 2010 BMW 125.
Because 2010 BMW 125 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 125. 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 Honda Legend (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 125. (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 125.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Honda Legend | 2010 BMW 125 | |
| Make | Honda | BMW |
| Model | Legend | 125 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3206 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
