2005 Lexus LS vs. 2009 BMW 316
To start off, 2009 BMW 316 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lexus LS would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lexus LS (279 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2009 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lexus LS weights approximately 465 kg more than 2009 BMW 316. 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 Lexus LS (419 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 316. (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lexus LS | 2009 BMW 316 | |
| Make | Lexus | BMW |
| Model | LS | 316 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 63 L |
