1995 BMW 318 vs. 1988 Honda Legend
To start off, 1995 BMW 318 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Legend would be higher. At 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Legend (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1995 BMW 318. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 318 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1988 Honda Legend.
Because 1995 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 1995 BMW 318. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Honda 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, 1988 Honda Legend (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW 318. (168 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 318 | 1988 Honda Legend | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 318 | Legend |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |
