2007 BMW 116 vs. 2010 Lexus IS
To start off, 2010 Lexus IS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 116. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 116 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus IS (204 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2007 BMW 116. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus IS weights approximately 462 kg more than 2007 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, 2010 Lexus IS (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 116. (150 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2010 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 116 | 2010 Lexus IS | |
| Make | BMW | Lexus |
| Model | 116 | IS |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1742 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2731 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |
