1999 Honda Legend vs. 2010 BMW 550
To start off, 2010 BMW 550 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1999 Honda Legend. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 550 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1999 Honda Legend. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 550 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 550. 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, 2010 BMW 550 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Legend. (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Legend. 1999 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW 550 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW 550 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 | 2010 BMW 550 | |
Make | Honda | BMW |
Model | Legend | 550 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 488 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1847 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2888 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |