2011 Lexus IS vs. 2000 BMW 730
To start off, 2011 Lexus IS is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 730 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus IS (306 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2000 BMW 730. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 730 weights approximately 145 kg more than 2011 Lexus IS.
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, 2011 Lexus IS (375 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 730. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Lexus IS | 2000 BMW 730 | |
Make | Lexus | BMW |
Model | IS | 730 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 375 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | 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 | 1600 kg | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1801 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1425 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2728 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 90 L |