1985 BMW M5 vs. 1999 Lexus GS
To start off, 1999 Lexus GS is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 BMW M5 would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 BMW M5 (256 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1999 Lexus GS. (225 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1999 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lexus GS weights approximately 160 kg more than 1985 BMW M5.
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, 1999 Lexus GS (296 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 BMW M5. (290 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 BMW M5. 1999 Lexus GS has automatic transmission and 1985 BMW M5 has manual transmission. 1985 BMW M5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 BMW M5 | 1999 Lexus GS | |
| Make | BMW | Lexus |
| Model | M5 | GS |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
