2009 BMW 116 vs. 1990 Honda Legend
To start off, 2009 BMW 116 is newer by 19 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 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Legend (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2009 BMW 116. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 116 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1990 Honda Legend.
Because 2009 BMW 116 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 2009 BMW 116. 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, 1990 Honda Legend (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 116. (150 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 116 | 1990 Honda Legend | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 116 | Legend |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2675 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 226 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 68 L |
