2009 BMW 745 vs. 1997 Lexus LS
To start off, 2009 BMW 745 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lexus LS would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 745 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1997 Lexus LS. (280 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1997 Lexus LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 745 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1997 Lexus LS. 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 745 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lexus LS. (398 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lexus LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 745 | 1997 Lexus LS | |
| Make | BMW | Lexus |
| Model | 745 | LS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 398 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 85 L |
