1995 BMW 528 vs. 2012 Lexus LS
To start off, 2012 Lexus LS is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW 528. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW 528 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus LS (380 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1995 BMW 528. (193 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW 528. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus LS weights approximately 443 kg more than 1995 BMW 528. 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, 2012 Lexus LS (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW 528. (279 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW 528. 2012 Lexus LS has automatic transmission and 1995 BMW 528 has manual transmission. 1995 BMW 528 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 528 | 2012 Lexus LS | |
| Make | BMW | Lexus |
| Model | 528 | LS |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 497 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 2023 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5179 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3091 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 84 L |
