2009 BMW 550 vs. 2012 Lexus IS
To start off, 2012 Lexus IS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 550 would be higher. At 4,799 cc, 2009 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2012 Lexus IS. (306 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2012 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus IS weights approximately 98 kg more than 2009 BMW 550.
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, 2009 BMW 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lexus IS. (375 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 550 | 2012 Lexus IS | |
Make | BMW | Lexus |
Model | 550 | IS |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3500 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 375 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4636 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1415 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2731 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |