1995 Acura Legend vs. 1987 BMW 324
To start off, 1995 Acura Legend is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 BMW 324. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 BMW 324 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 87 more horse power than 1987 BMW 324. (113 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura Legend should accelerate faster than 1987 BMW 324.
Because 1987 BMW 324 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 1987 BMW 324. 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 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 BMW 324. (214 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1995 Acura Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 BMW 324. 1995 Acura Legend has automatic transmission and 1987 BMW 324 has manual transmission. 1987 BMW 324 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 | 1987 BMW 324 | |
Make | Acura | BMW |
Model | Legend | 324 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1987 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3206 cc | 2443 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 214 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 80.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
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 | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |