2005 BMW 750 vs. 2010 Lexus IS

To start off, 2010 Lexus IS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 750 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 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2010 Lexus IS. (204 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2010 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 750 weights approximately 343 kg more than 2010 Lexus IS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2010 Lexus IS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 750. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Lexus IS will offer significantly more control. 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 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lexus IS. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lexus IS.

Compare all specifications:

2005 BMW 750 2010 Lexus IS
Make BMW Lexus
Model 750 IS
Year Released 2005 2010
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4799 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 362 HP 204 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 490 Nm 251 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 4800 RPM
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Automatic 6-speed automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1910 kg 1567 kg
Vehicle Length 5050 mm 4585 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1801 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2731 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 8.5 L/100km 8.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 17 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 88 L 65 L


 

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