2007 BMW 325 vs. 2012 Lexus LFA
To start off, 2012 Lexus LFA is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 325 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (10 cylinders), 2012 Lexus LFA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus LFA (552 HP @ 8700 RPM) has 337 more horse power than 2007 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus LFA should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus LFA weights approximately 10 kg more than 2007 BMW 325. 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, 2012 Lexus LFA (479 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus LFA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325. 2012 Lexus LFA has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Lexus LFA will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 325 | 2012 Lexus LFA | |
| Make | BMW | Lexus |
| Model | 325 | LFA |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 8700 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 479 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4506 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1219 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2606 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 73 L |
