1995 BMW 840 vs. 2009 Lexus LS
To start off, 2009 Lexus LS is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW 840. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW 840 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus LS (381 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1995 BMW 840. (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW 840. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus LS weights approximately 25 kg more than 1995 BMW 840. 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, 2009 Lexus LS (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW 840. (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW 840.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 840 | 2009 Lexus LS | |
| Make | BMW | Lexus |
| Model | 840 | LS |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 84 L |
