1992 BMW 740 vs. 2011 Lexus IS
To start off, 2011 Lexus IS is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 740 would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus IS (306 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1992 BMW 740. (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 740 weights approximately 230 kg more than 2011 Lexus IS.
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, 1992 BMW 740 (401 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lexus IS. (375 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 740 | 2011 Lexus IS | |
| Make | BMW | Lexus |
| Model | 740 | IS |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 375 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2728 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 65 L |
