1998 BMW 330 vs. 2004 Lexus GS
To start off, 2004 Lexus GS is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 330 would be higher. At 4,294 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lexus GS (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1998 BMW 330. (181 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 330 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2004 Lexus GS.
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, 2004 Lexus GS (417 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 330. (390 Nm). This means 2004 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 330. 2004 Lexus GS has automatic transmission and 1998 BMW 330 has manual transmission. 1998 BMW 330 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 330 | 2004 Lexus GS | |
| Make | BMW | Lexus |
| Model | 330 | GS |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 417 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.5 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |
