1994 BMW M5 vs. 2010 Lexus IS
To start off, 2010 Lexus IS is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW M5 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus IS (416 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1994 BMW M5. (340 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1994 BMW M5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW M5 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2010 Lexus IS.
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, 2010 Lexus IS (502 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW M5. (401 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2010 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW M5. 2010 Lexus IS has automatic transmission and 1994 BMW M5 has manual transmission. 1994 BMW M5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Lexus IS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1994 BMW M5 | 2010 Lexus IS | |
Make | BMW | Lexus |
Model | M5 | IS |
Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3795 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 416 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 502 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4661 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1816 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1415 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2731 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |