2007 BMW X5 vs. 1990 Lexus LS
To start off, 2007 BMW X5 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Lexus LS would be higher. At 4,798 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X5 (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1990 Lexus LS. (242 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1990 Lexus LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X5 weights approximately 385 kg more than 1990 Lexus LS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Lexus LS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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 X5 (480 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lexus LS. (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lexus LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X5 | 1990 Lexus LS | |
| Make | BMW | Lexus |
| Model | X5 | LS |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4798 cc | 3968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2820 mm |
