1999 Lexus GS vs. 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 5
To start off, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 5 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lexus GS would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 5 (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1999 Lexus GS. (225 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 5 should accelerate faster than 1999 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 5 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1999 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, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 5 (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lexus GS. (296 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Lexus GS | 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 5 | |
Make | Lexus | BMW |
Model | GS | ActiveHybrid 5 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2994 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.2 :1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2094 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 67 L |