1999 Honda Legend vs. 2010 BMW 116
To start off, 2010 BMW 116 is newer by 11 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2010 BMW 116. (116 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Legend weights approximately 300 kg more than 2010 BMW 116. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 116 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 116. 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, 1999 Honda Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 116. (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Legend | 2010 BMW 116 | |
| Make | Honda | BMW |
| Model | Legend | 116 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 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 | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 51 L |
