1998 BMW 845 vs. 2011 Lexus GS
To start off, 2011 Lexus GS is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 845. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 845 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 BMW 845 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus GS (340 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1998 BMW 845. (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 845. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus GS weights approximately 125 kg more than 1998 BMW 845. 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, 1998 BMW 845 (420 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lexus GS. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 845 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 845 | 2011 Lexus GS | |
| Make | BMW | Lexus |
| Model | 845 | GS |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4844 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2850 mm |
