1998 Honda Legend vs. 1996 Zagato Raptor
To start off, 1998 Honda Legend is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Zagato Raptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Zagato Raptor would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Zagato Raptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Zagato Raptor (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1998 Honda Legend. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Zagato Raptor should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Legend weights approximately 320 kg more than 1996 Zagato Raptor.
Because 1996 Zagato Raptor is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Zagato Raptor 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, 1996 Zagato Raptor (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Legend. (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Zagato Raptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Legend. 1998 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 1996 Zagato Raptor has manual transmission. 1996 Zagato Raptor will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Legend | 1996 Zagato Raptor | |
| Make | Honda | Zagato |
| Model | Legend | Raptor |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2660 mm |
