1992 BMW 320 vs. 1996 Lexus GS
To start off, 1996 Lexus GS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 320 would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lexus GS (205 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1992 BMW 320. (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lexus GS weights approximately 340 kg more than 1992 BMW 320. 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, 1996 Lexus GS (275 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 320. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1996 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 320. 1996 Lexus GS has automatic transmission and 1992 BMW 320 has manual transmission. 1992 BMW 320 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 320 | 1996 Lexus GS | |
| Make | BMW | Lexus |
| Model | 320 | GS |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2810 mm |
