2005 BMW M3 vs. 2003 Lexus GS
To start off, 2005 BMW M3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lexus GS would be higher. At 3,244 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW M3 (320 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2003 Lexus GS. (215 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2003 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW M3 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2003 Lexus GS. 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, 2005 BMW M3 (337 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lexus GS. (296 Nm). This means 2005 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW M3 | 2003 Lexus GS | |
| Make | BMW | Lexus |
| Model | M3 | GS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3244 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 337 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |
