1996 BMW 840 vs. 2008 Lexus GS
To start off, 2008 Lexus GS is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 840. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 840 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 840 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lexus GS (303 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1996 BMW 840. (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 840. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 840 weights approximately 408 kg more than 2008 Lexus GS.
Because 2008 Lexus GS is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 BMW 840. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Lexus GS 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, 1996 BMW 840 (440 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lexus GS. (372 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 840 | 2008 Lexus GS | |
| Make | BMW | Lexus |
| Model | 840 | GS |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1482 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.3 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 71 L |
