2007 BMW X3 vs. 1995 Honda Legend
To start off, 2007 BMW X3 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,205 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X3 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1995 Honda Legend. (201 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X3 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1995 Honda Legend. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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 X3 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Legend. (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X3 | 1995 Honda Legend | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | X3 | Legend |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3205 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1420 mm |
