1996 BMW 530 vs. 1993 Honda Legend
To start off, 1996 BMW 530 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda Legend (230 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1996 BMW 530. (193 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Legend weights approximately 73 kg more than 1996 BMW 530. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 BMW 530 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 1996 BMW 530. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1996 BMW 530 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Legend. (279 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 530 | 1993 Honda Legend | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 530 | Legend |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 3206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1588 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 68 L |
