2005 BMW M3 vs. 2005 Lexus IS
To start off, both 2005 BMW M3 and 2005 Lexus IS were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW M3 (323 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2005 Lexus IS. (153 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW M3 weights approximately 245 kg more than 2005 Lexus IS. 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 (372 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lexus IS. (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW M3 | 2005 Lexus IS | |
Make | BMW | Lexus |
Model | M3 | IS |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 323 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 372 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |