1997 BMW 850 vs. 1997 Lexus ES
To start off, both 1997 BMW 850 and 1997 Lexus ES were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 BMW 850 (329 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1997 Lexus ES. (210 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 1997 Lexus ES. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 BMW 850 weights approximately 415 kg more than 1997 Lexus ES. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 BMW 850 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 BMW 850. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Lexus ES, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1997 BMW 850 (490 Nm) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lexus ES. (304 Nm). This means 1997 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lexus ES.
Compare all specifications:
1997 BMW 850 | 1997 Lexus ES | |
Make | BMW | Lexus |
Model | 850 | ES |
Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5379 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 329 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 304 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2680 mm |