2011 BMW 535 vs. 1991 Toyota Lexcen
To start off, 2011 BMW 535 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Toyota Lexcen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Toyota Lexcen would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Lexcen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Lexcen. (171 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Lexcen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 535 weights approximately 590 kg more than 1991 Toyota Lexcen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW 535 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Toyota Lexcen. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW 535 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, 2011 BMW 535 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota Lexcen. (293 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota Lexcen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 BMW 535 | 1991 Toyota Lexcen | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 535 | Lexcen |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4905 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1859 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1463 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2969 mm | 2740 mm |
