1996 BMW 332 vs. 2011 Lexus LFA
To start off, 2011 Lexus LFA is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 332. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 332 would be higher. At 4,805 cc (10 cylinders), 2011 Lexus LFA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus LFA (552 HP @ 8700 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1996 BMW 332. (323 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus LFA should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 332. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 332 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2011 Lexus LFA.
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, 2011 Lexus LFA (480 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 332. (350 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus LFA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 332.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 332 | 2011 Lexus LFA | |
| Make | BMW | Lexus |
| Model | 332 | LFA |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 4805 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 323 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 8700 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4505 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2605 mm |
