1995 Acura Legend vs. 2003 BMW 730
To start off, 2003 BMW 730 is newer by 8 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, 2003 BMW 730 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1995 Acura Legend. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1995 Acura Legend.
Because 2003 BMW 730 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 2003 BMW 730. 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, 2003 BMW 730 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Acura Legend. (285 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Acura Legend.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Acura Legend | 2003 BMW 730 | |
Make | Acura | BMW |
Model | Legend | 730 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3206 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 63 L |