2007 BMW 730 vs. 1993 Toyota Lexcen

To start off, 2007 BMW 730 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Lexcen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Lexcen would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Lexcen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 730 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Lexcen. (174 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Lexcen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 730 weights approximately 460 kg more than 1993 Toyota Lexcen. 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, 2007 BMW 730 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Lexcen. (295 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Lexcen. 2007 BMW 730 has automatic transmission and 1993 Toyota Lexcen has manual transmission. 1993 Toyota Lexcen will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 730 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 BMW 730 1993 Toyota Lexcen
Make BMW Toyota
Model 730 Lexcen
Year Released 2007 1993
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2996 cc 3791 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 255 HP 174 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 295 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 3200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1820 kg 1360 kg
Vehicle Length 5180 mm 4870 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 3140 mm 2740 mm


 

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