2007 BMW M5 vs. 1997 Lexus LS
To start off, 2007 BMW M5 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lexus LS would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1997 Lexus LS. (280 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1997 Lexus LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lexus LS weights approximately 60 kg more than 2007 BMW M5.
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 M5 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lexus LS. (398 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lexus LS.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW M5 | 1997 Lexus LS | |
Make | BMW | Lexus |
Model | M5 | LS |
Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 3967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 398 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 17.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.8 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 85 L |