2010 BMW 550 vs. 2012 Lexus CT
To start off, 2012 Lexus CT is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 BMW 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 BMW 550 would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 550 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 2012 Lexus CT. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2012 Lexus CT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 550 weights approximately 813 kg more than 2012 Lexus CT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 550 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 2010 BMW 550. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Lexus CT, 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, 2010 BMW 550 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 417 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lexus CT. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lexus CT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 BMW 550 | 2012 Lexus CT | |
| Make | BMW | Lexus |
| Model | 550 | CT |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4400 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 609 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 1427 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4999 mm | 4321 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3066 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
