1995 Acura Legend vs. 2006 BMW 318
To start off, 2006 BMW 318 is newer by 11 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 59 more horse power than 2006 BMW 318. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura Legend should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Acura Legend weights approximately 200 kg more than 2006 BMW 318. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 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 2006 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 (286 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1995 Acura Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Acura Legend | 2006 BMW 318 | |
| Make | Acura | BMW |
| Model | Legend | 318 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3206 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 63 L |
