2005 BMW 525 vs. 2012 Lexus LS
To start off, 2012 Lexus LS is newer by 7 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), 2012 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus LS (380 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2005 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus LS weights approximately 287 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.
Because 2005 BMW 525 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Lexus LS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW 525 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Lexus LS (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 525 | 2012 Lexus LS | |
| Make | BMW | Lexus |
| Model | 525 | LS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| 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 | 215 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 497 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1973 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2969 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 84 L |
