1994 BMW 740 vs. 2001 Lexus IS
To start off, 2001 Lexus IS is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW 740 would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 740 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2001 Lexus IS. (225 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2001 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 740 weights approximately 260 kg more than 2001 Lexus IS. 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, 1994 BMW 740 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lexus IS. (298 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
1994 BMW 740 | 2001 Lexus IS | |
Make | BMW | Lexus |
Model | 740 | IS |
Year Released | 1994 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2730 mm |