2006 Lexus GS vs. 2011 BMW 535
To start off, 2011 BMW 535 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Lexus GS would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2006 Lexus GS. (217 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2006 Lexus GS.
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, 2011 BMW 535 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lexus GS. (294 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Lexus GS | 2011 BMW 535 | |
Make | Lexus | BMW |
Model | GS | 535 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
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 Length | 4810 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |