2005 BMW 745 vs. 2011 Lexus LS
To start off, 2011 Lexus LS is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 745 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus LS (380 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2005 BMW 745. (328 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 745. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus LS weights approximately 28 kg more than 2005 BMW 745. 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, 2011 Lexus LS (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 745. (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 745.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 745 | 2011 Lexus LS | |
Make | BMW | Lexus |
Model | 745 | LS |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4397 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 380 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 497 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 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 | 1945 kg | 1973 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1875 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2969 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 84 L |