1994 BMW 854 vs. 2008 Lexus RX
To start off, 2008 Lexus RX is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW 854. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW 854 would be higher. At 5,378 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 BMW 854 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 854 (323 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2008 Lexus RX. (268 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 854 should accelerate faster than 2008 Lexus RX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lexus RX weights approximately 235 kg more than 1994 BMW 854.
Because 1994 BMW 854 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1994 BMW 854. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Lexus RX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Lexus RX (840 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW 854. (490 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2008 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW 854.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 854 | 2008 Lexus RX | |
| Make | BMW | Lexus |
| Model | 854 | RX |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5378 cc | 3311 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 323 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 840 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2720 mm |
