2008 Lexus LS vs. 2007 BMW Z4
To start off, 2008 Lexus LS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW Z4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW Z4 would be higher. At 4,608 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lexus LS (380 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 2007 BMW Z4. (168 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lexus LS weights approximately 620 kg more than 2007 BMW Z4. 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 Lexus LS (493 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW Z4. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lexus LS | 2007 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Lexus | BMW |
| Model | LS | Z4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4608 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 493 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 7.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 55 L |
