2008 BMW 550 vs. 1998 Honda Legend
To start off, 2008 BMW 550 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Legend would be higher. At 4,799 cc, 2008 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1998 Honda Legend. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Legend weights approximately 10 kg more than 2008 BMW 550.
Because 2008 BMW 550 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 550. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Legend. (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 550 | 1998 Honda Legend | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 550 | Legend |
Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3474 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 91 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | 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 | 1660 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |