2006 BMW 118 vs. 1990 Honda Legend
To start off, 2006 BMW 118 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Legend would be higher. At 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Legend (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2006 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 118 weights approximately 415 kg more than 1990 Honda Legend.
Because 2006 BMW 118 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 2006 BMW 118. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Honda Legend (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 118 | 1990 Honda Legend | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 118 | Legend |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2675 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
