2009 BMW 730 vs. 2000 Lexus IS
To start off, 2009 BMW 730 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lexus IS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lexus IS would be higher. At 2,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 730 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2000 Lexus IS. (153 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2000 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 730 weights approximately 535 kg more than 2000 Lexus IS. 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, 2009 BMW 730 (301 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lexus IS. (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 730 | 2000 Lexus IS | |
Make | BMW | Lexus |
Model | 730 | IS |
Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 70 L |