1998 Honda Legend vs. 2007 BMW 330
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1998 Honda Legend. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1998 Honda Legend. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 330 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, 2007 BMW 330 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, 2007 BMW 330 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Legend. (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Legend | 2007 BMW 330 | |
Make | Honda | BMW |
Model | Legend | 330 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 17.0:1 |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 233 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 6.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.2 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 61 L |