2006 BMW 120 vs. 2011 Lexus GS
To start off, 2011 Lexus GS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 120 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus GS (342 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2006 BMW 120. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 120 weights approximately 46 kg more than 2011 Lexus GS.
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, 2011 Lexus GS (459 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 120. (331 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 120. 2011 Lexus GS has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW 120 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW 120 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 120 | 2011 Lexus GS | |
| Make | BMW | Lexus |
| Model | 120 | GS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 342 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1789 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4826 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 71 L |
