1994 BMW M5 vs. 2010 Lexus LS
To start off, 2010 Lexus LS 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus LS (380 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1994 BMW M5. (340 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1994 BMW M5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus LS weights approximately 240 kg more than 1994 BMW M5. 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, 2010 Lexus LS (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW M5. (401 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2010 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW M5. 2010 Lexus LS 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 LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW M5 | 2010 Lexus LS | |
| Make | BMW | Lexus |
| Model | M5 | LS |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3795 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 497 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4100 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 | 1965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5179 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3091 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 84 L |
