2008 BMW 335 vs. 1990 Lexus LS
To start off, 2008 BMW 335 is newer by 18 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 3,968 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1990 Lexus LS. (242 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1990 Lexus LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lexus LS weights approximately 380 kg more than 2008 BMW 335.
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, 2008 BMW 335 (401 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lexus LS. (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lexus LS. 1990 Lexus LS has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 335 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 335 | 1990 Lexus LS | |
Make | BMW | Lexus |
Model | 335 | LS |
Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2820 mm |