2001 BMW M vs. 2012 Lexus GS
To start off, 2012 Lexus GS is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW M would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus GS (340 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2001 BMW M. (320 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus GS weights approximately 500 kg more than 2001 BMW M. 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, 2012 Lexus GS (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW M. (345 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW M.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW M | 2012 Lexus GS | |
| Make | BMW | Lexus |
| Model | M | GS |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.3 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4844 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.6 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 65 L |
