2006 Lexus GS vs. 2012 BMW 750
To start off, 2012 BMW 750 is newer by 6 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 750 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2006 Lexus GS. (245 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2006 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 750 weights approximately 565 kg more than 2006 Lexus GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 BMW 750 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lexus GS. (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Lexus GS | 2012 BMW 750 | |
Make | Lexus | BMW |
Model | GS | 750 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 245 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 313 Nm | 609 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 2140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5075 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1479 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 82 L |