2009 Lexus LS vs. 1982 BMW 318
To start off, 2009 Lexus LS is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 BMW 318 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus LS (381 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 1982 BMW 318. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1982 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus LS weights approximately 745 kg more than 1982 BMW 318. 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 Lexus LS (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 BMW 318. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lexus LS | 1982 BMW 318 | |
| Make | Lexus | BMW |
| Model | LS | 318 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1765 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 381 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 55 L |
