1986 BMW M6 vs. 2005 Lexus IS
To start off, 2005 Lexus IS is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 BMW M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 BMW M6 would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW M6 (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2005 Lexus IS. (153 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lexus IS weights approximately 1 kg more than 1986 BMW M6.
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 M6 (335 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lexus IS. (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1986 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
1986 BMW M6 | 2005 Lexus IS | |
Make | BMW | Lexus |
Model | M6 | IS |
Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3453 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1506 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |