2005 BMW 330 vs. 2008 Lexus LS
To start off, 2008 Lexus LS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 330 would be higher. At 4,608 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lexus LS (380 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2005 BMW 330. (215 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lexus LS weights approximately 455 kg more than 2005 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Lexus LS (493 Nm) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 330. (290 Nm). This means 2008 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 2008 Lexus LS | |
| Make | BMW | Lexus |
| Model | 330 | LS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 4608 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 493 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2980 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 84 L |
