1999 BMW 740 vs. 2010 Lexus IS
To start off, 2010 Lexus IS is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 740 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 38 more horse power than 2010 Lexus IS. (204 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2010 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 740 weights approximately 293 kg more than 2010 Lexus IS. 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 309 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lexus IS. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lexus IS. 1999 BMW 740 has automatic transmission and 2010 Lexus IS has manual transmission. 2010 Lexus IS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 BMW 740 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 740 | 2010 Lexus IS | |
| Make | BMW | Lexus |
| Model | 740 | IS |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3899 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2035 kg | 1742 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2731 mm |
