2007 BMW 530 vs. 2011 Lexus IS
To start off, 2011 Lexus IS is newer by 4 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus IS (416 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 2007 BMW 530. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus IS weights approximately 45 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.
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 Lexus IS (502 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 530. (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 530. 2011 Lexus IS has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 530 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 530 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Lexus IS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 530 | 2011 Lexus IS | |
| Make | BMW | Lexus |
| Model | 530 | IS |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 416 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 502 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4661 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2728 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
