2008 Lexus LS vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Lexus LS would be higher. At 4,608 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (439 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2008 Lexus LS. (380 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 2008 Lexus LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 275 kg more than 2008 Lexus LS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 5 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Lexus LS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series 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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lexus LS. (493 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lexus LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lexus LS | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
| Make | Lexus | BMW |
| Model | LS | 5 Series |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4608 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 439 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 493 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.8:1 | 10.0 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 5.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2132 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1559 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 70 L |
