2004 Lexus GS vs. 2010 BMW 125
To start off, 2010 BMW 125 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lexus GS would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lexus GS (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2010 BMW 125. (215 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lexus GS weights approximately 70 kg more than 2010 BMW 125. 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, 2004 Lexus GS (298 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 125. (271 Nm). This means 2004 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 125. 2004 Lexus GS has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW 125 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW 125 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lexus GS | 2010 BMW 125 | |
| Make | Lexus | BMW |
| Model | GS | 125 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 53 L |
