2003 BMW 545 vs. 1991 Honda Legend
To start off, 2003 BMW 545 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Honda Legend would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1991 Honda Legend. (202 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1991 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 545 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1991 Honda Legend. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 BMW 545 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 2003 BMW 545. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 2003 BMW 545 (451 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda Legend. (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 545 | 1991 Honda Legend | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 545 | Legend |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
