2006 BMW 760 vs. 2001 Lexus IS

To start off, 2006 BMW 760 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lexus IS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lexus IS would be higher. At 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 760 (439 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 2001 Lexus IS. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 2001 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 760 weights approximately 690 kg more than 2001 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 760 (600 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lexus IS. (247 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lexus IS.

Compare all specifications:

2006 BMW 760 2001 Lexus IS
Make BMW Lexus
Model 760 IS
Year Released 2006 2001
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5972 cc 1988 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 439 HP 201 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 600 Nm 247 Nm
Torque RPM 3950 RPM 5000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2090 kg 1400 kg
Vehicle Length 5040 mm 4410 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 3000 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 88 L 70 L