2005 BMW 730 vs. 2011 Lexus GS
To start off, 2011 Lexus GS is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 730 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus GS (342 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2005 BMW 730. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 730 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2011 Lexus GS.
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, 2011 Lexus GS (459 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 730. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 730 | 2011 Lexus GS | |
Make | BMW | Lexus |
Model | 730 | GS |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 342 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 459 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1824 kg | 1789 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4826 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1425 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.5 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.6 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 71 L |