1996 Honda Legend vs. 2010 BMW 528
To start off, 2010 BMW 528 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 528 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1996 Honda Legend. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Legend weights approximately 80 kg more than 2010 BMW 528.
Because 2010 BMW 528 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 2010 BMW 528. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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 Honda Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 528. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 528. 1996 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW 528 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW 528 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Legend | 2010 BMW 528 | |
| Make | Honda | BMW |
| Model | Legend | 528 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2888 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
