2009 BMW 750 vs. 2007 Lexus IS
To start off, 2009 BMW 750 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 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 750 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2007 Lexus IS. (211 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2007 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 750 weights approximately 375 kg more than 2007 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 750 (491 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lexus IS. (288 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 750 | 2007 Lexus IS | |
| Make | BMW | Lexus |
| Model | 750 | IS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 491 Nm | 288 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6 seconds | 8.2 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 | 1950 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
