2009 BMW 745 vs. 2010 Lexus GS
To start off, 2010 Lexus GS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 745 would be higher. At 4,423 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus GS (340 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2009 BMW 745. (325 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 745. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 745 weights approximately 240 kg more than 2010 Lexus GS.
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 (700 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lexus GS. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 745 | 2010 Lexus GS | |
Make | BMW | Lexus |
Model | 745 | GS |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4423 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 362 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4844 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1425 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 65 L |