1969 BMW 2800 vs. 2005 Lexus IS
To start off, 2005 Lexus IS is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 BMW 2800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 BMW 2800 would be higher. At 2,786 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 BMW 2800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 BMW 2800 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Lexus IS. (153 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 BMW 2800 should accelerate faster than 2005 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lexus IS weights approximately 172 kg more than 1969 BMW 2800.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1969 BMW 2800 (236 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lexus IS. (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1969 BMW 2800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 BMW 2800 | 2005 Lexus IS | |
| Make | BMW | Lexus |
| Model | 2800 | IS |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2786 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1334 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
