1995 BMW 730 vs. 2005 Lexus LS
To start off, 2005 Lexus LS is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW 730 would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lexus LS (277 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1995 BMW 730. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lexus LS weights approximately 85 kg more than 1995 BMW 730. 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, 2005 Lexus LS (418 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW 730. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2005 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW 730. 2005 Lexus LS has automatic transmission and 1995 BMW 730 has manual transmission. 1995 BMW 730 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 730 | 2005 Lexus LS | |
| Make | BMW | Lexus |
| Model | 730 | LS |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 418 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82.5 mm |
| 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 | 1745 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2860 mm |
