2007 BMW 325 vs. 1994 Honda Legend
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 13 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 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1994 Honda Legend. (201 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Honda Legend weights approximately 80 kg more than 2007 BMW 325.
Because 2007 BMW 325 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 2007 BMW 325. 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, 1994 Honda Legend (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1994 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 325 | 1994 Honda Legend | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 325 | Legend |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 3206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1420 mm |
