2000 Lexus GS vs. 2009 BMW 325
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 is newer by 9 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 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lexus GS (277 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2009 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lexus GS weights approximately 220 kg more than 2009 BMW 325. 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 (417 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2000 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lexus GS | 2009 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Lexus | BMW |
| Model | GS | 325 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 417 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 63 L |
