1991 Toyota Lexcen vs. 2009 BMW 650

To start off, 2009 BMW 650 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Toyota Lexcen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Toyota Lexcen would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 650 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Lexcen. (171 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Lexcen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 650 weights approximately 605 kg more than 1991 Toyota Lexcen. 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, 2009 BMW 650 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota Lexcen. (293 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota Lexcen. 2009 BMW 650 has automatic transmission and 1991 Toyota Lexcen has manual transmission. 1991 Toyota Lexcen will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 650 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1991 Toyota Lexcen 2009 BMW 650
Make Toyota BMW
Model Lexcen 650
Year Released 1991 2009
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3791 cc 4799 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 171 HP 362 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 293 Nm 490 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 3400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1330 kg 1935 kg
Vehicle Length 4900 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2740 mm 2790 mm


 

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