2007 BMW M3 vs. 1993 Honda Legend
To start off, 2007 BMW M3 is newer by 14 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 3,245 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1993 Honda Legend. (201 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M3 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1993 Honda Legend. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW M3 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 M3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 2007 BMW M3 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Legend. (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW M3 | 1993 Honda Legend | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | M3 | Legend |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3245 cc | 3206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
