1997 Honda Legend vs. 2009 Alpina B3
To start off, 2009 Alpina B3 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1997 Honda Legend. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Legend weights approximately 218 kg more than 2009 Alpina B3.
Because 2009 Alpina B3 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 2009 Alpina B3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 2009 Alpina B3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Legend. (298 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda Legend | 2009 Alpina B3 | |
Make | Honda | Alpina |
Model | Legend | B3 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 3346 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 362 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 93.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1452 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 63 L |