2005 BMW 730 vs. 2012 Lexus GS
To start off, 2012 Lexus GS is newer by 7 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus GS (340 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2005 BMW 730. (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 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 100 kg more than 2012 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, 2005 BMW 730 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lexus GS. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 730 | 2012 Lexus GS | |
| Make | BMW | Lexus |
| Model | 730 | GS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4844 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.3 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 65 L |
