2006 BMW 730 vs. 2010 Lexus LS
To start off, 2010 Lexus LS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 730 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus LS (380 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2006 BMW 730. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus LS weights approximately 105 kg more than 2006 BMW 730. 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, 2010 Lexus LS (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 730. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 730 | 2010 Lexus LS | |
| Make | BMW | Lexus |
| Model | 730 | LS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 497 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 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 | 1820 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2969 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 84 L |
