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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus IS (416 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2009 BMW 550. (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 550. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus IS weights approximately 53 kg more than 2009 BMW 550. 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, 2012 Lexus IS (502 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 550. (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 550.
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 | 5000 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 416 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 502 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4661 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2731 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
