1995 Acura Legend vs. 1996 BMW 332
To start off, 1996 BMW 332 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Acura Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Acura Legend would be higher. At 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Acura Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 332 (323 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1995 Acura Legend. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 1995 Acura Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Acura Legend weights approximately 35 kg more than 1996 BMW 332.
Because 1996 BMW 332 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 1996 BMW 332. 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, 1996 BMW 332 (350 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Acura Legend. (286 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Acura Legend.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Acura Legend | 1996 BMW 332 | |
Make | Acura | BMW |
Model | Legend | 332 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3206 cc | 3201 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 323 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 286 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 91 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2710 mm |