1988 BMW 525 vs. 2003 Lexus LS
To start off, 2003 Lexus LS is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW 525 would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lexus LS (282 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1988 BMW 525. (165 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lexus LS weights approximately 225 kg more than 1988 BMW 525. 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, 2003 Lexus LS (418 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW 525. (239 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2003 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW 525 | 2003 Lexus LS | |
| Make | BMW | Lexus |
| Model | 525 | LS |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2441 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 239 Nm | 418 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 6.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2930 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 84 L |
