2003 BMW 730 vs. 2003 Lexus LS
To start off, both 2003 BMW 730 and 2003 Lexus LS were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lexus LS (282 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2003 BMW 730. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lexus LS weights approximately 40 kg more than 2003 BMW 730. 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, 2003 Lexus LS (418 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 730. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 730 | 2003 Lexus LS | |
Make | BMW | Lexus |
Model | 730 | LS |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 418 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2930 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 84 L |