1995 Acura Legend vs. 1998 BMW 318
To start off, 1998 BMW 318 is newer by 3 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, 1995 Acura Legend (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1998 BMW 318. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura Legend should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 318.
Because 1998 BMW 318 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 1998 BMW 318. 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 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1995 Acura Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Acura Legend | 1998 BMW 318 | |
| Make | Acura | BMW |
| Model | Legend | 318 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3206 cc | 1893 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
