1993 Lexus LS vs. 2012 BMW X3
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Lexus LS would be higher. At 3,969 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X3 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1993 Lexus LS. (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1993 Lexus LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X3 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1993 Lexus LS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Lexus LS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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 BMW X3 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Lexus LS. (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Lexus LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Lexus LS | 2012 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Lexus | BMW |
| Model | LS | X3 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3969 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1881 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1675 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2810 mm |
