1992 BMW 740 vs. 2012 Lexus IS
To start off, 2012 Lexus IS is newer by 20 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus IS (416 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1992 BMW 740. (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 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 75 kg more than 2012 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, 2012 Lexus IS (502 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 740. (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 740.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 740 | 2012 Lexus IS | |
Make | BMW | Lexus |
Model | 740 | IS |
Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3980 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 416 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 502 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4661 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1816 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1415 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2731 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |