2007 BMW 650 vs. 2004 Lexus GS
To start off, 2007 BMW 650 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lexus GS would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2004 Lexus GS. (220 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2004 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lexus GS weights approximately 15 kg more than 2007 BMW 650.
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, 2007 BMW 650 (488 Nm) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lexus GS. (298 Nm). This means 2007 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lexus GS. 2004 Lexus GS has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 650 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 650 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 650 | 2004 Lexus GS | |
| Make | BMW | Lexus |
| Model | 650 | GS |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
