1995 Honda Legend vs. 2012 BMW 535
To start off, 2012 BMW 535 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,205 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1995 Honda Legend. (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 535 weights approximately 585 kg more than 1995 Honda Legend. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 535 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 535 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 BMW 535 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Legend. (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Honda Legend | 2012 BMW 535 | |
Make | Honda | BMW |
Model | Legend | 535 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3205 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4999 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1560 mm |