2008 BMW 530 vs. 1998 Lexus GS
To start off, 2008 BMW 530 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lexus GS would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 530 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1998 Lexus GS. (211 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1998 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lexus GS weights approximately 162 kg more than 2008 BMW 530.
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, 1998 Lexus GS (301 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 530. 1998 Lexus GS has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 530 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 530 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 530 | 1998 Lexus GS | |
| Make | BMW | Lexus |
| Model | 530 | GS |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1662 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
