2009 BMW M5 vs. 1995 Lexus LX
To start off, 2009 BMW M5 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lexus LX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lexus LX would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1995 Lexus LX. (233 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1995 Lexus LX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lexus LX weights approximately 594 kg more than 2009 BMW M5.
Because 1995 Lexus LX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW M5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Lexus LX will offer significantly more control. 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 M5 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lexus LX. (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lexus LX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M5 | 1995 Lexus LX | |
| Make | BMW | Lexus |
| Model | M5 | LX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 233 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 2430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |
