2008 BMW 120 vs. 1994 Honda Legend
To start off, 2008 BMW 120 is newer by 14 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, 1994 Honda Legend (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2008 BMW 120. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Honda Legend weights approximately 206 kg more than 2008 BMW 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 120 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 2008 BMW 120. 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, 2008 BMW 120 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Legend. (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 120 | 1994 Honda Legend | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 120 | Legend |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1344 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
