2009 BMW 650 vs. 2007 Lexus IS
To start off, 2009 BMW 650 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Lexus IS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Lexus IS 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 (361 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2007 Lexus IS. (175 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2007 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus IS weights approximately 205 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 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lexus IS. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 650 | 2007 Lexus IS | |
Make | BMW | Lexus |
Model | 650 | IS |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2231 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 361 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 15.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |