2000 Lexus GS vs. 2004 BMW 316
To start off, 2004 BMW 316 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lexus GS would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lexus GS (216 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2004 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lexus GS weights approximately 345 kg more than 2004 BMW 316. 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, 2000 Lexus GS (294 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 316. (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2000 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lexus GS | 2004 BMW 316 | |
| Make | Lexus | BMW |
| Model | GS | 316 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 63 L |
