1996 BMW 840 vs. 2010 Lexus IS
To start off, 2010 Lexus IS is newer by 14 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, 1996 BMW 840 (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2010 Lexus IS. (204 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 2010 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 840 weights approximately 323 kg more than 2010 Lexus IS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Lexus IS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 BMW 840. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Lexus IS 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 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lexus IS. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 840 | 2010 Lexus IS | |
Make | BMW | Lexus |
Model | 840 | IS |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1567 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4585 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2731 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.3 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 65 L |