2007 BMW 335 vs. 2010 Lexus GS
To start off, 2010 Lexus GS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 335. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 335 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus GS (342 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2007 BMW 335. (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 335. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus GS weights approximately 200 kg more than 2007 BMW 335. 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, 2010 Lexus GS (459 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 335. (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM). This means 2010 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 335.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 335 | 2010 Lexus GS | |
Make | BMW | Lexus |
Model | 335 | GS |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 342 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 459 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4844 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1425 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 71 L |