2008 BMW 525 vs. 2010 Lexus IS
To start off, 2010 Lexus IS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 525 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus IS weights approximately 220 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, 2010 Lexus IS (502 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2010 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 525 | 2010 Lexus IS | |
| Make | BMW | Lexus |
| Model | 525 | IS |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 416 HP |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 502 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4661 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2731 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
