1999 BMW 330 vs. 1991 Lexus LS
To start off, 1999 BMW 330 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Lexus LS would be higher. At 3,969 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Lexus LS (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1999 BMW 330. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Lexus LS weights approximately 115 kg more than 1999 BMW 330. 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, 1999 BMW 330 (390 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Lexus LS. (351 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Lexus LS.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW 330 | 1991 Lexus LS | |
Make | BMW | Lexus |
Model | 330 | LS |
Year Released | 1999 | 1991 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 3969 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2820 mm |