2002 Lexus IS vs. 2012 BMW 116
To start off, 2012 BMW 116 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lexus IS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lexus IS would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lexus IS (201 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2012 BMW 116. (116 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lexus IS weights approximately 170 kg more than 2012 BMW 116. 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 Lexus IS (296 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 116. (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2002 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lexus IS | 2012 BMW 116 | |
| Make | Lexus | BMW |
| Model | IS | 116 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 51 L |
