1997 Honda Legend vs. 2012 BMW X1
To start off, 2012 BMW X1 is newer by 15 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, 1997 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2012 BMW X1. (176 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Legend weights approximately 105 kg more than 2012 BMW X1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X1 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X1 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 X1 (350 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Legend. (298 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Legend | 2012 BMW X1 | |
| Make | Honda | BMW |
| Model | Legend | X1 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4454 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1798 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1545 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 61 L |
