1994 BMW 520 vs. 2009 Lexus LS
To start off, 2009 Lexus LS is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW 520 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus LS (381 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1994 BMW 520. (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1994 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus LS weights approximately 271 kg more than 1994 BMW 520. 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, 2009 Lexus LS (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW 520. (190 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 520 | 2009 Lexus LS | |
| Make | BMW | Lexus |
| Model | 520 | LS |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
