1999 Honda Legend vs. 2001 Vector M12
To start off, 2001 Vector M12 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Legend would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Vector M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Vector M12 (484 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1999 Honda Legend. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Vector M12 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Legend weights approximately 40 kg more than 2001 Vector M12.
Because 2001 Vector M12 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 2001 Vector M12. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 2001 Vector M12 (576 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Legend. (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Vector M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Legend. 1999 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 2001 Vector M12 has manual transmission. 2001 Vector M12 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Legend | 2001 Vector M12 | |
Make | Honda | Vector |
Model | Legend | M12 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 5707 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 484 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 576 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2750 mm |