1988 Lexus LS vs. 2011 BMW 730
To start off, 2011 BMW 730 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lexus LS would be higher. At 3,969 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 730 (244 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1988 Lexus LS. (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1988 Lexus LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 730 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1988 Lexus LS. 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, 2011 BMW 730 (540 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lexus LS. (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lexus LS.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Lexus LS | 2011 BMW 730 | |
Make | Lexus | BMW |
Model | LS | 730 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3969 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5212 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1479 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3210 mm |