2007 Lexus GS vs. 2012 BMW 335
To start off, 2012 BMW 335 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Lexus GS would be higher. At 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus GS (304 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2012 BMW 335. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 335. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 335 weights approximately 65 kg more than 2007 Lexus GS.
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 BMW 335 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lexus GS. (372 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lexus GS. 2007 Lexus GS has automatic transmission and 2012 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2012 BMW 335 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lexus GS | 2012 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Lexus | BMW |
| Model | GS | 335 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3456 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 304 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 57 L |
