1998 Honda Legend vs. 2010 BMW 123
To start off, 2010 BMW 123 is newer by 12 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, both vehicles can yield 202 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Legend weights approximately 55 kg more than 2010 BMW 123.
Because 2010 BMW 123 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 123. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 2010 BMW 123 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Legend. (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 123 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Legend | 2010 BMW 123 | |
| Make | Honda | BMW |
| Model | Legend | 123 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| 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 | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1411 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 51 L |
