2007 BMW 760 vs. 2008 Lexus IS
To start off, 2008 Lexus IS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 760. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 760 would be higher. At 5,971 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 760 (439 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 2008 Lexus IS. (153 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 2008 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 760 weights approximately 770 kg more than 2008 Lexus IS. 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 760 (600 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lexus IS. (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 760 | 2008 Lexus IS | |
| Make | BMW | Lexus |
| Model | 760 | IS |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5971 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 439 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.6 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.6 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 70 L |
