1991 Lexus LS vs. 2006 BMW 318
To start off, 2006 BMW 318 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Lexus LS would be higher. At 3,969 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Lexus LS (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2006 BMW 318. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Lexus LS weights approximately 420 kg more than 2006 BMW 318. 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, 1991 Lexus LS (351 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1991 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Lexus LS | 2006 BMW 318 | |
| Make | Lexus | BMW |
| Model | LS | 318 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3969 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2730 mm |
