1992 BMW 530 vs. 2003 Lexus LS
To start off, 2003 Lexus LS is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 530 would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lexus LS (282 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1992 BMW 530. (215 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lexus LS weights approximately 264 kg more than 1992 BMW 530. 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, 2003 Lexus LS (418 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 530. (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 530 | 2003 Lexus LS | |
| Make | BMW | Lexus |
| Model | 530 | LS |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 418 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2930 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 84 L |
