1989 BMW 518 vs. 2010 Lexus GS
To start off, 2010 Lexus GS is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 BMW 518. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 BMW 518 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus GS (340 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1989 BMW 518. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1989 BMW 518. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus GS weights approximately 715 kg more than 1989 BMW 518. 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, 2010 Lexus GS (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 BMW 518. (165 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 BMW 518.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 BMW 518 | 2010 Lexus GS | |
| Make | BMW | Lexus |
| Model | 518 | GS |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1766 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4844 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2850 mm |
