2011 BMW 535 vs. 2012 Lexus LFA
To start off, 2012 Lexus LFA is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 BMW 535. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 BMW 535 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (10 cylinders), 2012 Lexus LFA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus LFA (552 HP @ 8700 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 2011 BMW 535. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus LFA should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 535. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 535 weights approximately 655 kg more than 2012 Lexus LFA.
Because 2011 BMW 535 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Lexus LFA. 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, 2012 Lexus LFA (479 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 535. (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus LFA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 535.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 BMW 535 | 2012 Lexus LFA | |
| Make | BMW | Lexus |
| Model | 535 | LFA |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 8700 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 479 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2135 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4999 mm | 4506 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1219 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3071 mm | 2606 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 73 L |
