2005 BMW 745 vs. 1999 Lexus RX
To start off, 2005 BMW 745 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lexus RX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lexus RX would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 745 (328 HP) has 108 more horse power than 1999 Lexus RX. (220 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1999 Lexus RX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lexus RX weights approximately 485 kg more than 2005 BMW 745.
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 745 (450 Nm) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lexus RX. (301 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lexus RX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 745 | 1999 Lexus RX | |
| Make | BMW | Lexus |
| Model | 745 | RX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 220 HP |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 2430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2630 mm |
