1986 BMW 735 vs. 1995 Lexus GS
To start off, 1995 Lexus GS is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 BMW 735. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 BMW 735 would be higher. At 3,969 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lexus GS (290 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1986 BMW 735. (215 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1986 BMW 735. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lexus GS weights approximately 138 kg more than 1986 BMW 735. 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, 1995 Lexus GS (407 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 BMW 735. (310 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 BMW 735.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW 735 | 1995 Lexus GS | |
| Make | BMW | Lexus |
| Model | 735 | GS |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 3969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1824 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 85 L |
