1999 BMW 740 vs. 1995 Lexus GS
To start off, 1999 BMW 740 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lexus GS would be higher. At 3,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 740 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1995 Lexus GS. (205 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1995 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 740 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1995 Lexus GS. 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 740 (560 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lexus GS. (276 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW 740 | 1995 Lexus GS | |
Make | BMW | Lexus |
Model | 740 | GS |
Year Released | 1999 | 1995 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3899 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 276 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2035 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2810 mm |