2005 BMW 325 vs. 2012 Lexus IS
To start off, 2012 Lexus IS is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 325 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus IS (416 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus IS weights approximately 255 kg more than 2005 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Lexus IS (502 Nm) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 2012 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 2012 Lexus IS | |
| Make | BMW | Lexus |
| Model | 325 | IS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 416 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 502 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4661 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2731 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |
