1994 Honda Legend vs. 2013 BMW 7 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 7 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 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 BMW 7 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 7 Series (528 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 327 more horse power than 1994 Honda Legend. (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 7 Series weights approximately 725 kg more than 1994 Honda Legend. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 7 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 7 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 7 Series (746 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 453 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Legend. (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 7 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 7 Series | |
Make | Honda | BMW |
Model | Legend | 7 Series |
Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3206 cc | 5972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 528 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 746 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 | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5214 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2134 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1481 mm |