1989 BMW 750 vs. 2012 Lexus IS
To start off, 2012 Lexus IS is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 BMW 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 BMW 750 would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 BMW 750 (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2012 Lexus IS. (204 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2012 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 BMW 750 weights approximately 58 kg more than 2012 Lexus IS. 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, 1989 BMW 750 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lexus IS. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1989 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lexus IS. 1989 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 2012 Lexus IS has manual transmission. 2012 Lexus IS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 BMW 750 | 2012 Lexus IS | |
| Make | BMW | Lexus |
| Model | 750 | IS |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1742 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4633 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2731 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.9 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 65 L |
