1996 BMW M3 vs. 1995 Honda Legend
To start off, 1996 BMW M3 is newer by 1 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 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW M3 (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1995 Honda Legend. (201 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Legend weights approximately 70 kg more than 1996 BMW M3.
Because 1996 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 1996 BMW M3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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 M3 (320 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Legend. (293 Nm). This means 1996 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW M3 | 1995 Honda Legend | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | M3 | Legend |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 3205 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
