2008 BMW 525 vs. 2012 Lexus GS
To start off, 2012 Lexus GS is newer by 4 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus GS weights approximately 109 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, 2012 Lexus GS (459 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 525. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 525 | 2012 Lexus GS | |
| Make | BMW | Lexus |
| Model | 525 | GS |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 4600 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 342 HP |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 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 | 1680 kg | 1789 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4826 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 71 L |
