2009 BMW 328 vs. 1998 Honda Legend
To start off, 2009 BMW 328 is newer by 11 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1998 Honda Legend. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Legend.
Because 2009 BMW 328 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW 328 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, 1998 Honda Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 328. 1998 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 328 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 328 | 1998 Honda Legend | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 328 | Legend |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 17 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |
