2012 Lexus LS vs. 2004 BMW Z4
To start off, 2012 Lexus LS is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW Z4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW Z4 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus LS (380 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2004 BMW Z4. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus LS weights approximately 727 kg more than 2004 BMW Z4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Lexus LS (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW Z4. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Lexus LS | 2004 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Lexus | BMW |
Model | LS | Z4 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 497 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2023 kg | 1296 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5179 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1875 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1476 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3091 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 55 L |