2008 BMW 760 vs. 1998 Lexus GS
To start off, 2008 BMW 760 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 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 760 (440 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1998 Lexus GS. (290 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1998 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 760 weights approximately 365 kg more than 1998 Lexus GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 760 (600 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lexus GS. (415 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 760 | 1998 Lexus GS | |
Make | BMW | Lexus |
Model | 760 | GS |
Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5972 cc | 3969 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 440 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 600 Nm | 415 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2810 mm |