2007 BMW 130 vs. 2007 Lexus GS
To start off, both 2007 BMW 130 and 2007 Lexus GS were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 130 (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Lexus GS. (246 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 2007 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus GS weights approximately 315 kg more than 2007 BMW 130.
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, 2007 BMW 130 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lexus GS. (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lexus GS. 2007 Lexus GS has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 130 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 130 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 130 | 2007 Lexus GS | |
| Make | BMW | Lexus |
| Model | 130 | GS |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 246 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.1 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 71 L |
