2009 BMW 650 vs. 2011 Lexus LFA
To start off, 2011 Lexus LFA is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 650. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 650 would be higher. At 4,805 cc (10 cylinders), 2011 Lexus LFA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus LFA (552 HP @ 8700 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2009 BMW 650. (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus LFA should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 650. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 650 weights approximately 455 kg more than 2011 Lexus LFA.
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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lexus LFA. (480 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lexus LFA.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 650 | 2011 Lexus LFA | |
Make | BMW | Lexus |
Model | 650 | LFA |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 4805 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 552 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 8700 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 480 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 325 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.8 seconds | 3.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4505 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2605 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 73 L |