2006 BMW 730 vs. 2011 Lexus IS
To start off, 2011 Lexus IS is newer by 5 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 730 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2011 Lexus IS. (204 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2011 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 730 weights approximately 368 kg more than 2011 Lexus IS. 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, 2006 BMW 730 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lexus IS. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lexus IS. 2006 BMW 730 has automatic transmission and 2011 Lexus IS has manual transmission. 2011 Lexus IS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 730 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 730 | 2011 Lexus IS | |
| Make | BMW | Lexus |
| Model | 730 | IS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 1567 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2728 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 65 L |
