2008 BMW M6 vs. 1990 Honda Legend
To start off, 2008 BMW M6 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Legend would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 1990 Honda Legend. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Legend weights approximately 140 kg more than 2008 BMW M6.
Because 2008 BMW M6 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 M6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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 M6 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Legend. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW M6 | 1990 Honda Legend | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | M6 | Legend |
Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 2675 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |