2008 BMW 550 vs. 1997 Lexus LS
To start off, 2008 BMW 550 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lexus LS would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1997 Lexus LS. (280 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1997 Lexus LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lexus LS weights approximately 85 kg more than 2008 BMW 550.
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 550 (489 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lexus LS. (398 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lexus LS. 1997 Lexus LS has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 550 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 550 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 550 | 1997 Lexus LS | |
| Make | BMW | Lexus |
| Model | 550 | LS |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 3967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 398 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 17.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 85 L |
