1998 Lexus GS vs. 2007 BMW 530
To start off, 2007 BMW 530 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lexus GS would be higher. At 3,969 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lexus GS (290 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2007 BMW 530. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lexus GS weights approximately 70 kg more than 2007 BMW 530. 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, 2007 BMW 530 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lexus GS. (415 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Lexus GS | 2007 BMW 530 | |
Make | Lexus | BMW |
Model | GS | 530 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3969 cc | 2991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 415 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2890 mm |