1994 BMW 740 vs. 2006 Lexus RX
To start off, 2006 Lexus RX is newer by 12 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 81 more horse power than 2006 Lexus RX. (201 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2006 Lexus RX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 740 weights approximately 203 kg more than 2006 Lexus RX. 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 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lexus RX. (283 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lexus RX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 740 | 2006 Lexus RX | |
| Make | BMW | Lexus |
| Model | 740 | RX |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 283 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1547 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2720 mm |
