2009 BMW M6 vs. 2009 Lexus GS

To start off, both 2009 BMW M6 and 2009 Lexus GS were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M6 (501 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 2009 Lexus GS. (303 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M6 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2009 Lexus GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Lexus GS is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW M6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Lexus GS 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 M6 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lexus GS. (372 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lexus GS.

Compare all specifications:

2009 BMW M6 2009 Lexus GS
Make BMW Lexus
Model M6 GS
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4999 cc 3456 cc
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 501 HP 303 HP
Engine RPM 7750 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 520 Nm 372 Nm
Torque RPM 6100 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 12.0:1 10.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 250 km/hour 230 km/hour
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1785 kg 1740 kg
Vehicle Length 4880 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1380 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1860 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2790 mm 2860 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 14.8 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 71 L