2007 BMW 335 vs. 2006 Lexus IS
To start off, 2007 BMW 335 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Lexus IS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Lexus IS would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2006 Lexus IS. (210 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2006 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus IS weights approximately 130 kg more than 2007 BMW 335.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lexus IS. (288 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lexus IS. 2006 Lexus IS has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 335 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Lexus IS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 335 | 2006 Lexus IS | |
| Make | BMW | Lexus |
| Model | 335 | IS |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 288 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
