1995 Acura Legend vs. 1998 BMW 740
To start off, 1998 BMW 740 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 740 (286 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1995 Acura Legend. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1995 Acura Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 740 weights approximately 373 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 1998 BMW 740 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 740. 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, 1998 BMW 740 (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Acura Legend. (286 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Acura Legend.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Acura Legend | 1998 BMW 740 | |
Make | Acura | BMW |
Model | Legend | 740 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3206 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 286 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 286 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82.7 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1968 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3080 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 95 L |