2011 Lexus RX vs. 2012 BMW 750

To start off, 2012 BMW 750 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Lexus RX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Lexus RX would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 750 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2011 Lexus RX. (275 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2011 Lexus RX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 750 weights approximately 175 kg more than 2011 Lexus RX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2012 BMW 750 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 2012 BMW 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Lexus RX, 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, 2012 BMW 750 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lexus RX. (348 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lexus RX.

Compare all specifications:

2011 Lexus RX 2012 BMW 750
Make Lexus BMW
Model RX 750
Year Released 2011 2012
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3500 cc 4400 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 275 HP 400 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 348 Nm 609 Nm
Torque RPM 4700 RPM 1750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic 6-speed shiftable automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1895 kg 2070 kg
Vehicle Length 4770 mm 5075 mm
Vehicle Width 1885 mm 1902 mm
Vehicle Height 1720 mm 1479 mm
Wheelbase Size 2741 mm 3070 mm
Fuel Consumption 9.4 L/100km 10.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.1 L/100km 15.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 73 L 82 L


 

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