1995 BMW Dinan vs. 2008 Lexus LS
To start off, 2008 Lexus LS is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW Dinan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW Dinan would be higher. At 4,608 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lexus LS (380 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1995 BMW Dinan. (326 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW Dinan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lexus LS weights approximately 220 kg more than 1995 BMW Dinan. 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, 2008 Lexus LS (493 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW Dinan. (403 Nm). This means 2008 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW Dinan. 2008 Lexus LS has automatic transmission and 1995 BMW Dinan has manual transmission. 1995 BMW Dinan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW Dinan | 2008 Lexus LS | |
| Make | BMW | Lexus |
| Model | Dinan | LS |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2990 cc | 4608 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 493 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2980 mm |
