2007 Lexus LS vs. 2013 BMW M5
To start off, 2013 BMW M5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Lexus LS would be higher. At 4,395 cc (10 cylinders), 2013 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW M5 (493 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 2007 Lexus LS. (279 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Lexus LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus LS weights approximately 22 kg more than 2013 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, 2013 BMW M5 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lexus LS. (417 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lexus LS. 2007 Lexus LS has automatic transmission and 2013 BMW M5 has manual transmission. 2013 BMW M5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lexus LS | 2013 BMW M5 | |
| Make | Lexus | BMW |
| Model | LS | M5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 417 Nm | 519 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4863 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1846 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1469 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2889 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 70 L |
