2002 BMW M3 vs. 2003 Honda Legend
To start off, 2003 Honda Legend is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW M3 would be higher. At 3,473 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2003 Honda Legend. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Legend weights approximately 75 kg more than 2002 BMW M3.
Because 2002 BMW M3 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 2002 BMW M3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2002 BMW M3 (355 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Legend. (297 Nm). This means 2002 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW M3 | 2003 Honda Legend | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | M3 | Legend |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 3473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 68 L |
