2002 BMW 330 vs. 1998 Lexus GS
To start off, 2002 BMW 330 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lexus GS would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lexus GS (210 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2002 BMW 330. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lexus GS weights approximately 90 kg more than 2002 BMW 330. 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, 2002 BMW 330 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lexus GS. (304 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 330 | 1998 Lexus GS | |
| Make | BMW | Lexus |
| Model | 330 | GS |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.1 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.6 L/100km | 16 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |
