1999 Lexus GS vs. 2010 BMW 125
To start off, 2010 BMW 125 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lexus GS would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lexus GS (225 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2010 BMW 125. (215 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lexus GS weights approximately 75 kg more than 2010 BMW 125. 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, 1999 Lexus GS (296 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 125. (271 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 125. 1999 Lexus GS has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW 125 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW 125 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lexus GS | 2010 BMW 125 | |
| Make | Lexus | BMW |
| Model | GS | 125 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 238 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 53 L |
