1977 BMW 520 vs. 2000 Lexus IS
To start off, 2000 Lexus IS is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 BMW 520 would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lexus IS (153 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1977 BMW 520. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1977 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 BMW 520 weights approximately 165 kg more than 2000 Lexus IS.
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, 1977 BMW 520 (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lexus IS. (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1977 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
1977 BMW 520 | 2000 Lexus IS | |
Make | BMW | Lexus |
Model | 520 | IS |
Year Released | 1977 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1951 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |