1996 BMW 540 vs. 2010 Lexus GX
To start off, 2010 Lexus GX 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus GX (301 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1996 BMW 540. (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus GX should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 540. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus GX weights approximately 671 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.
Because 2010 Lexus GX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 BMW 540. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Lexus GX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Lexus GX (446 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 540. (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 540.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 540 | 2010 Lexus GX | |
| Make | BMW | Lexus |
| Model | 540 | GX |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 446 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 2406 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1885 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 87 L |
