2005 BMW 525 vs. 2010 Lexus GS
To start off, 2010 Lexus GS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 525 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus GS (342 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2005 BMW 525. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus GS weights approximately 250 kg more than 2005 BMW 525. 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, 2010 Lexus GS (459 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 525. (351 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 525. 2010 Lexus GS has automatic transmission and 2005 BMW 525 has manual transmission. 2005 BMW 525 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 525 | 2010 Lexus GS | |
| Make | BMW | Lexus |
| Model | 525 | GS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 342 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4844 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 71 L |
