1998 BMW 330 vs. 2011 Lexus GS
To start off, 2011 Lexus GS is newer by 13 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus GS (303 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1998 BMW 330. (181 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus GS weights approximately 126 kg more than 1998 BMW 330. 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, 1998 BMW 330 (390 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lexus GS. (371 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lexus GS. 2011 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. 2011 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 330 | 2011 Lexus GS | |
| Make | BMW | Lexus |
| Model | 330 | GS |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 371 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1721 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4826 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.5 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 71 L |
