2005 BMW 740 vs. 1995 Lexus GS
To start off, 2005 BMW 740 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lexus GS would be higher. At 4,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 740 (328 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1995 Lexus GS. (290 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1995 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 740 weights approximately 111 kg more than 1995 Lexus GS. 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, 1995 Lexus GS (407 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 740. (390 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 740.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 740 | 1995 Lexus GS | |
| Make | BMW | Lexus |
| Model | 740 | GS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 3969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 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 | 1935 kg | 1824 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 85 L |
