2001 BMW 320 vs. 2001 Lexus IS
To start off, both 2001 BMW 320 and 2001 Lexus IS were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lexus IS (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2001 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 320 weights approximately 105 kg more than 2001 Lexus IS.
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, 2001 BMW 320 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lexus IS. (247 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW 320 | 2001 Lexus IS | |
Make | BMW | Lexus |
Model | 320 | IS |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 247 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |