1994 Honda Legend vs. 2013 BMW 1 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 1 Series is newer by 19 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, 2013 BMW 1 Series (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1994 Honda Legend. (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 1 Series 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 2013 BMW 1 Series.
Because 2013 BMW 1 Series 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 2013 BMW 1 Series. 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, 2013 BMW 1 Series (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Legend. (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 1 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Honda Legend | 2013 BMW 1 Series | |
Make | Honda | BMW |
Model | Legend | 1 Series |
Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3206 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4373 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1919 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1408 mm |