2005 BMW 750 vs. 1998 Lexus ES
To start off, 2005 BMW 750 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lexus ES. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lexus ES would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 750 (363 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1998 Lexus ES. (218 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1998 Lexus ES. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 750 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1998 Lexus ES. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW 750 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 BMW 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Lexus ES, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 750 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lexus ES. (304 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lexus ES.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 750 | 1998 Lexus ES | |
| Make | BMW | Lexus |
| Model | 750 | ES |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 363 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2680 mm |
