1986 BMW M5 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 M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 BMW M5 would be higher. At 3,428 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW M5 (218 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1995 Lexus GS. (205 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1995 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lexus GS weights approximately 201 kg more than 1986 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, 1986 BMW M5 (310 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lexus GS. (276 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1986 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
1986 BMW M5 | 1995 Lexus GS | |
Make | BMW | Lexus |
Model | M5 | GS |
Year Released | 1986 | 1995 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3428 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 218 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 276 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1519 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2810 mm |