1995 Acura Legend vs. 2007 BMW 760

To start off, 2007 BMW 760 is newer by 12 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 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 760 (439 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1995 Acura Legend. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1995 Acura Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 760 weights approximately 510 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 2007 BMW 760 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 2007 BMW 760. 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, 2007 BMW 760 (600 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Acura Legend. (285 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Acura Legend.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Acura Legend 2007 BMW 760
Make Acura BMW
Model Legend 760
Year Released 1995 2007
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3206 cc 5972 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 200 HP 439 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 285 Nm 600 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 3250 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1595 kg 2105 kg
Vehicle Length 4960 mm 5050 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1500 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1910 mm
Wheelbase Size 2920 mm 3000 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 88 L


 

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