2009 BMW 650 vs. 2003 Lexus GS
To start off, 2009 BMW 650 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lexus GS would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 650 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2003 Lexus GS. (215 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2003 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lexus GS weights approximately 135 kg more than 2009 BMW 650.
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 650 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lexus GS. (296 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 650 | 2003 Lexus GS | |
Make | BMW | Lexus |
Model | 650 | GS |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |