2008 BMW 525 vs. 2007 Lexus LS
To start off, 2008 BMW 525 is newer by 1 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 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus LS weights approximately 410 kg more than 2008 BMW 525.
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 Lexus LS (417 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 525 | 2007 Lexus LS | |
| Make | BMW | Lexus |
| Model | 525 | LS |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 277 HP |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 417 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 6.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2930 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 84 L |
