2004 BMW 535 vs. 2007 Lexus GS
To start off, 2007 Lexus GS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 535. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 535 would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus GS (290 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2004 BMW 535. (268 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 535. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus GS weights approximately 6 kg more than 2004 BMW 535. 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, 2004 BMW 535 (561 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lexus GS. (433 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 535 | 2007 Lexus GS | |
Make | BMW | Lexus |
Model | 535 | GS |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3430 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 561 Nm | 433 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1686 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.3 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 71 L |