2000 BMW 323 vs. 1993 Lexus LS
To start off, 2000 BMW 323 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Lexus LS would be higher. At 3,969 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 323 (341 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1993 Lexus LS. (242 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1993 Lexus LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lexus LS weights approximately 385 kg more than 2000 BMW 323.
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, 1993 Lexus LS (350 Nm) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 323. (245 Nm). This means 1993 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 323 | 1993 Lexus LS | |
| Make | BMW | Lexus |
| Model | 323 | LS |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 3969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 341 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2820 mm |
