2008 BMW 740 vs. 2007 Lexus GX
To start off, 2008 BMW 740 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Lexus GX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Lexus GX would be higher. At 4,670 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus GX (263 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2008 BMW 740. (255 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus GX should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 740 weights approximately 185 kg more than 2007 Lexus GX.
Because 2007 Lexus GX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 740. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Lexus GX will offer significantly more control. 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 740 (600 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lexus GX. (439 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lexus GX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 740 | 2007 Lexus GX | |
| Make | BMW | Lexus |
| Model | 740 | GX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3901 cc | 4670 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 439 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 87 L |
