2007 BMW 323 vs. 2008 Lexus LS
To start off, 2008 Lexus LS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 323 would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lexus LS (279 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2007 BMW 323. (176 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lexus LS weights approximately 320 kg more than 2007 BMW 323. 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, 2008 Lexus LS (417 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 323. (230 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 323 | 2008 Lexus LS | |
| Make | BMW | Lexus |
| Model | 323 | LS |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4293 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 417 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2930 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 16.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 84 L |
