1985 BMW 324 vs. 1999 Lexus IS
To start off, 1999 Lexus IS is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 BMW 324. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 BMW 324 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 BMW 324 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lexus IS (153 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1985 BMW 324. (85 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1985 BMW 324. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lexus IS weights approximately 140 kg more than 1985 BMW 324. 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, 1999 Lexus IS (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 BMW 324. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 BMW 324.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 BMW 324 | 1999 Lexus IS | |
| Make | BMW | Lexus |
| Model | 324 | IS |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
