2005 BMW 330 vs. 1996 Lexus ES
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lexus ES. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lexus ES would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Lexus ES is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (215 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1996 Lexus ES. (210 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1996 Lexus ES. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lexus ES weights approximately 40 kg more than 2005 BMW 330.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Lexus ES (304 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 330. (290 Nm). This means 1996 Lexus ES will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 1996 Lexus ES | |
| Make | BMW | Lexus |
| Model | 330 | ES |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2680 mm |
