1994 BMW M5 vs. 2011 Lexus IS
To start off, 2011 Lexus IS is newer by 17 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), 2011 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus IS (416 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1994 BMW M5. (335 HP @ 6900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 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 71 kg more than 2011 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, 2011 Lexus IS (502 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW M5. (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW M5. 2011 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. 2011 Lexus IS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW M5 | 2011 Lexus IS | |
| Make | BMW | Lexus |
| Model | M5 | IS |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3793 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 416 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 502 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1786 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4661 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2728 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
