2009 BMW 760 vs. 2000 Lexus ES
To start off, 2009 BMW 760 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lexus ES. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lexus ES would be higher. At 5,971 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 760 (439 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 2000 Lexus ES. (210 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 2000 Lexus ES. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 760 weights approximately 560 kg more than 2000 Lexus ES. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 760 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 BMW 760. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Lexus ES, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 760 (600 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lexus ES. (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lexus ES.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 760 | 2000 Lexus ES | |
| Make | BMW | Lexus |
| Model | 760 | ES |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5971 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 439 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2680 mm |
