2007 BMW M6 vs. 1997 Lexus LS
To start off, 2007 BMW M6 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 M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1997 Lexus LS. (280 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1997 Lexus LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M6 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1997 Lexus LS. 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 M6 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lexus LS. (398 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lexus LS. 1997 Lexus LS has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW M6 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW M6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW M6 | 1997 Lexus LS | |
| Make | BMW | Lexus |
| Model | M6 | LS |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 3967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 398 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.5 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.8 L/100km | 17.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 85 L |
