2005 Lexus LS vs. 2012 BMW 116
To start off, 2012 BMW 116 is newer by 7 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 163 more horse power than 2012 BMW 116. (116 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lexus LS weights approximately 470 kg more than 2012 BMW 116. 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 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 116. (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lexus LS | 2012 BMW 116 | |
| Make | Lexus | BMW |
| Model | LS | 116 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 51 L |
