2006 BMW 760 vs. 2004 Honda Legend
To start off, 2006 BMW 760 is newer by 2 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 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 760 (439 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2004 Honda Legend. (291 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 760 weights approximately 420 kg more than 2004 Honda Legend. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW 760 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 760. 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, 2006 BMW 760 (600 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Legend. (298 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 760 | 2004 Honda Legend | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 760 | Legend |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5972 cc | 3474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 439 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 600 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 91 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 68 L |