1993 Lexus GS vs. 2011 BMW 535
To start off, 2011 BMW 535 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Lexus GS would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1993 Lexus GS. (205 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1993 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 535 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1993 Lexus GS. 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, 2011 BMW 535 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Lexus GS. (275 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Lexus GS. 1993 Lexus GS has automatic transmission and 2011 BMW 535 has manual transmission. 2011 BMW 535 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1993 Lexus GS | 2011 BMW 535 | |
Make | Lexus | BMW |
Model | GS | 535 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 275 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4907 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2968 mm |