1995 Acura Legend vs. 1999 BMW 740
To start off, 1999 BMW 740 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 740 (283 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1995 Acura Legend. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1995 Acura Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 740 weights approximately 350 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 1999 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 1999 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, 1999 BMW 740 (419 Nm) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Acura Legend. (285 Nm). This means 1999 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Acura Legend. 1995 Acura Legend has automatic transmission and 1999 BMW 740 has manual transmission. 1999 BMW 740 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Acura Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Acura Legend | 1999 BMW 740 | |
| Make | Acura | BMW |
| Model | Legend | 740 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1999 |
| 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 | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 419 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2940 mm |
