1995 Acura Legend vs. 1995 BMW S3
To start off, both 1995 Acura Legend and 1995 BMW S3 were released in the same year (1995). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Acura Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW S3 (338 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1995 Acura Legend. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW S3 should accelerate faster than 1995 Acura Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW S3 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1995 Acura Legend. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 BMW S3 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 1995 BMW S3. 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 (286 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW S3. (260 Nm). This means 1995 Acura Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW S3.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Acura Legend | 1995 BMW S3 | |
Make | Acura | BMW |
Model | Legend | S3 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3206 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 338 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 286 Nm | 260 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2770 mm |