1995 Acura Legend vs. 1977 BMW 528
To start off, 1995 Acura Legend is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 BMW 528. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 BMW 528 would be higher. At 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Acura Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura Legend (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1977 BMW 528. (178 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura Legend should accelerate faster than 1977 BMW 528.
Because 1977 BMW 528 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 1977 BMW 528. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Acura 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, 1995 Acura Legend (285 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 BMW 528. (234 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1995 Acura Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 BMW 528. 1995 Acura Legend has automatic transmission and 1977 BMW 528 has manual transmission. 1977 BMW 528 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Acura Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1995 Acura Legend | 1977 BMW 528 | |
Make | Acura | BMW |
Model | Legend | 528 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1977 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3206 cc | 2788 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 234 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |