2001 Honda Legend vs. 2011 BMW Z4
To start off, 2011 BMW Z4 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW Z4 (335 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2001 Honda Legend. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Legend weights approximately 60 kg more than 2011 BMW Z4.
Because 2011 BMW Z4 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 2011 BMW Z4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2011 BMW Z4 (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Legend. (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Legend. 2001 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 2011 BMW Z4 has manual transmission. 2011 BMW Z4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Legend | 2011 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Honda | BMW |
| Model | Legend | Z4 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 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 | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4242 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2497 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
