1995 Acura Legend vs. 2011 BMW M3
To start off, 2011 BMW M3 is newer by 16 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 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1995 Acura Legend. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1995 Acura Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW M3 weights approximately 290 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 2011 BMW M3 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 2011 BMW M3. 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, 2011 BMW M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Acura Legend. (286 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Acura Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Acura Legend | 2011 BMW M3 | |
| Make | Acura | BMW |
| Model | Legend | M3 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3206 cc | 3999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8300 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 75.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1392 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 63 L |
