1998 Lexus ES vs. 2012 BMW 650
To start off, 2012 BMW 650 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lexus ES. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lexus ES would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 650 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1998 Lexus ES. (218 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1998 Lexus ES. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 650 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1998 Lexus ES. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 650 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Lexus ES. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 650 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, 2012 BMW 650 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lexus ES. (304 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lexus ES.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Lexus ES | 2012 BMW 650 | |
Make | Lexus | BMW |
Model | ES | 650 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 218 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 609 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4894 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1894 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1369 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2855 mm |