2005 Lexus IS vs. 2010 BMW 123
To start off, 2010 BMW 123 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lexus IS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lexus IS would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 BMW 123 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 123 (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2005 Lexus IS. (153 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 123 should accelerate faster than 2005 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lexus IS weights approximately 21 kg more than 2010 BMW 123.
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, 2010 BMW 123 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lexus IS. (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 123 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lexus IS | 2010 BMW 123 | |
| Make | Lexus | BMW |
| Model | IS | 123 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 51 L |
