2007 BMW 530 vs. 2010 Lexus LX
To start off, 2010 Lexus LX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 530 would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus LX (383 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2007 BMW 530. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus LX weights approximately 1129 kg more than 2007 BMW 530. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Lexus LX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Lexus LX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Lexus LX (546 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 530. (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 530 | 2010 Lexus LX | |
| Make | BMW | Lexus |
| Model | 530 | LX |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 383 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 546 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 2719 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4991 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 93 L |
