1979 BMW 633 vs. 2005 Lexus LS
To start off, 2005 Lexus LS is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 BMW 633. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 BMW 633 would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lexus LS (279 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1979 BMW 633. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1979 BMW 633. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lexus LS weights approximately 370 kg more than 1979 BMW 633. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Lexus LS (419 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 BMW 633. (285 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2005 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 BMW 633. 2005 Lexus LS has automatic transmission and 1979 BMW 633 has manual transmission. 1979 BMW 633 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 BMW 633 | 2005 Lexus LS | |
| Make | BMW | Lexus |
| Model | 633 | LS |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 419 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2930 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 84 L |
