2004 BMW 330 vs. 1993 Honda Legend
To start off, 2004 BMW 330 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda Legend (230 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2004 BMW 330. (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Legend weights approximately 98 kg more than 2004 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 BMW 330 (300 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Legend. (279 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 330 | 1993 Honda Legend | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 330 | Legend |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 3206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1588 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |
