1995 Acura Legend vs. 1983 BMW 525
To start off, 1995 Acura Legend is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 BMW 525 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 77 more horse power than 1983 BMW 525. (123 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura Legend should accelerate faster than 1983 BMW 525.
Because 1983 BMW 525 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 1983 BMW 525. 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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 BMW 525. (241 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1995 Acura Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 BMW 525. 1995 Acura Legend has automatic transmission and 1983 BMW 525 has manual transmission. 1983 BMW 525 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Acura Legend | 1983 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Acura | BMW |
| Model | Legend | 525 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3206 cc | 2693 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 81 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 | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
