1999 BMW 750 vs. 1996 Honda Legend
To start off, 1999 BMW 750 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Legend would be higher. At 5,370 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 750 (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1996 Honda Legend. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 750 weights approximately 388 kg more than 1996 Honda Legend. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 BMW 750 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 1999 BMW 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1999 BMW 750 (490 Nm) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Legend. (297 Nm). This means 1999 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Legend. 1996 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 1999 BMW 750 has manual transmission. 1999 BMW 750 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 750 | 1996 Honda Legend | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 750 | Legend |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5370 cc | 3472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 91 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2058 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2920 mm |
