2009 Lexus GS vs. 1996 BMW 730
To start off, 2009 Lexus GS is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 730 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus GS (246 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1996 BMW 730. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 730 weights approximately 126 kg more than 2009 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 Lexus GS (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 730. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lexus GS | 1996 BMW 730 | |
| Make | Lexus | BMW |
| Model | GS | 730 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 246 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1746 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 90 L |
