2004 Alpina B3 vs. 1994 Honda Legend
To start off, 2004 Alpina B3 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1994 Honda Legend. (201 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Alpina B3 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1994 Honda Legend. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Alpina B3 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 2004 Alpina B3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 2004 Alpina B3 (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Legend. (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Alpina B3 | 1994 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Alpina | Honda |
| Model | B3 | Legend |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 3206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
