2000 Lexus GS vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 13 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, 2013 BMW 3 Series (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2000 Lexus GS. (277 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 2000 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lexus GS weights approximately 130 kg more than 2013 BMW 3 Series.
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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW 3 Series. (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2000 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW 3 Series. 2000 Lexus GS has automatic transmission and 2013 BMW 3 Series has manual transmission. 2013 BMW 3 Series will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lexus GS | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
| Make | Lexus | BMW |
| Model | GS | 3 Series |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 417 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.2 :1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 5.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1395 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 17.3 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 61 L |
