2004 Honda Legend vs. 2011 BMW 730
To start off, 2011 BMW 730 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Legend (291 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2011 BMW 730. (244 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 730 weights approximately 270 kg more than 2004 Honda Legend.
Because 2011 BMW 730 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 730. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 730 (540 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Legend. (298 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Legend | 2011 BMW 730 | |
Make | Honda | BMW |
Model | Legend | 730 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5072 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1479 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 82 L |