1996 BMW 540 vs. 2010 Lexus GS
To start off, 2010 Lexus GS is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 540. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 540 would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 540 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus GS (340 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1996 BMW 540. (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 540. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus GS weights approximately 30 kg more than 1996 BMW 540. 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, 1996 BMW 540 (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lexus GS. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 540 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 540 | 2010 Lexus GS | |
Make | BMW | Lexus |
Model | 540 | GS |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4396 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 362 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4844 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1425 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |