1988 Lexus LS vs. 2002 BMW Z3
To start off, 2002 BMW Z3 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lexus LS would be higher. At 3,969 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lexus LS (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2002 BMW Z3. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lexus LS weights approximately 415 kg more than 2002 BMW Z3. 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, 1988 Lexus LS (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW Z3. (301 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lexus LS | 2002 BMW Z3 | |
| Make | Lexus | BMW |
| Model | LS | Z3 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3969 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2450 mm |
