2006 BMW 760 vs. 2012 Lexus IS

To start off, 2012 Lexus IS is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 760. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 760 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 23 more horse power than 2012 Lexus IS. (416 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 2012 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 760 weights approximately 510 kg more than 2012 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 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lexus IS. (502 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lexus IS.

Compare all specifications:

2006 BMW 760 2012 Lexus IS
Make BMW Lexus
Model 760 IS
Year Released 2006 2012
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5972 cc 5000 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 439 HP 416 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 600 Nm 502 Nm
Torque RPM 3950 RPM 5200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic 8-speed shiftable automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2225 kg 1715 kg
Vehicle Length 5180 mm 4661 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1816 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1415 mm
Wheelbase Size 3140 mm 2731 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 88 L 64 L


 

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