1995 Acura Legend vs. 1999 BMW 330
To start off, 1999 BMW 330 is newer by 4 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 17 more horse power than 1999 BMW 330. (183 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura Legend should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 330 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1995 Acura Legend.
Because 1999 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Acura Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 BMW 330 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 BMW 330 (390 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Acura Legend. (286 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Acura Legend. 1999 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 1995 Acura Legend has manual transmission. 1995 Acura Legend will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Acura Legend | 1999 BMW 330 | |
Make | Acura | BMW |
Model | Legend | 330 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3206 cc | 2977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 183 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 286 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 93 L |