2009 BMW 525 vs. 1996 Lexus LX
To start off, 2009 BMW 525 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lexus LX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lexus LX would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lexus LX (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2009 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lexus LX weights approximately 935 kg more than 2009 BMW 525. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Lexus LX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Lexus LX 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, 1996 Lexus LX (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1996 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 525 | 1996 Lexus LX | |
| Make | BMW | Lexus |
| Model | 525 | LX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 2430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |
