2007 BMW 318 vs. 2011 Lexus IS
To start off, 2011 Lexus IS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 318 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus IS (306 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2007 BMW 318. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus IS weights approximately 20 kg more than 2007 BMW 318. 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, 2011 Lexus IS (375 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 318. (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 318. 2011 Lexus IS has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 318 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 318 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Lexus IS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 318 | 2011 Lexus IS | |
| Make | BMW | Lexus |
| Model | 318 | IS |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 375 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4800 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 | 1580 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2728 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 65 L |
