1993 Toyota Lexcen vs. 2013 BMW 7 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 7 Series is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Lexcen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Lexcen would be higher. At 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 7 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 7 Series (439 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Lexcen. (174 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Lexcen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 7 Series weights approximately 792 kg more than 1993 Toyota Lexcen. 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, 2013 BMW 7 Series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Lexcen. (295 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 7 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Lexcen. 2013 BMW 7 Series has automatic transmission and 1993 Toyota Lexcen has manual transmission. 1993 Toyota Lexcen will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW 7 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Toyota Lexcen | 2013 BMW 7 Series | |
Make | Toyota | BMW |
Model | Lexcen | 7 Series |
Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 439 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 295 Nm | 651 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 2152 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5074 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2134 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3070 mm |